2009 Kia Rio vs. 1997 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 1,837 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Rasheen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Rasheen (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 218 kg more than 1997 Nissan Rasheen.
Because 1997 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Rasheen 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, 1997 Nissan Rasheen (160 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Rasheen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Rio | 1997 Nissan Rasheen | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Rio | Rasheen |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1837 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2440 mm |