2007 Nissan Navara vs. 2000 Kia Clarus
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Clarus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Clarus would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2000 Kia Clarus. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Clarus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 894 kg more than 2000 Kia Clarus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Kia Clarus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara will offer significantly more control. 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 Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Clarus. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Clarus. 2000 Kia Clarus has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Navara has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Navara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Kia Clarus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Navara | 2000 Kia Clarus | |
Make | Nissan | Kia |
Model | Navara | Clarus |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2124 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2670 mm |