2007 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2011 Kia Rio
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2011 Kia Rio. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 437 kg more than 2011 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rio. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Pathfinder | 2011 Kia Rio | |
Make | Nissan | Kia |
Model | Pathfinder | Rio |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3952 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1093 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4046 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 43 L |