2009 Nissan Versa vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Versa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Versa would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Versa. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Versa weights approximately 349 kg more than 2012 Kia Rio.
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, 2012 Kia Rio (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Versa. (151 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Versa | 2012 Kia Rio | |
Make | Nissan | Kia |
Model | Versa | Rio |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1093 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4046 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |