2010 Nissan Sentra vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Kia Rio. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 223 kg more than 2012 Kia Rio. 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, 2010 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Rio. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Nissan Sentra | 2012 Kia Rio | |
Make | Nissan | Kia |
Model | Sentra | Rio |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | CVT | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 1126 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4567 mm | 4366 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1791 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1511 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 43 L |