2009 Kia Rio vs. 2003 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pickup (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 621 kg more than 2009 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Nissan Pickup 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, 2003 Nissan Pickup 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, 2003 Nissan Pickup (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Rio | 2003 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Rio | Pickup |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1144 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2960 mm |