2007 Nissan Maxima vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Maxima (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2012 Kia Rio. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 481 kg more than 2012 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Maxima (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Rio. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Maxima | 2012 Kia Rio | |
Make | Nissan | Kia |
Model | Maxima | Rio |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3505 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1093 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4366 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 43 L |