2010 Nissan NP300 vs. 2006 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2010 Nissan NP300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Amanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Amanti would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Amanti (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2010 Nissan NP300. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Amanti weights approximately 495 kg more than 2010 Nissan NP300. 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, 2006 Kia Amanti (298 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan NP300. (205 Nm). This means 2006 Kia Amanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Nissan NP300 | 2006 Kia Amanti | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | NP300 | Amanti |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
