2008 Kia Rio vs. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2008 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 660 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Rio | 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Rio | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
