2009 Kia Rio vs. 2006 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Micra (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 461 kg more than 2006 Nissan Micra.
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, 2006 Nissan Micra (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Rio | 2006 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Rio | Micra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1047 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 46 L |