2008 Nissan Versa vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Versa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Versa would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Versa weights approximately 1332 kg more than 2010 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, 2008 Nissan Versa (173 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Versa | 2010 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | Versa | Rio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1073 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4249 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
