2009 Kia Rio vs. 2008 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rio (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Micra. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 101 kg more than 2008 Nissan Micra. 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, 2009 Kia Rio (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Micra. (110 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rio | 2008 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Rio | Micra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 13.9 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 | 1144 kg | 1043 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 | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 46 L |
