2008 Kia Rio vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z
To start off, both 2008 Kia Rio and 2008 Nissan 350Z were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2008 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 425 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.
Because 2008 Nissan 350Z is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Nissan 350Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Rio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Nissan 350Z (364 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Rio | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Rio | 350Z |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |