2012 Kia Rio vs. 2012 Nissan Versa
To start off, both 2012 Kia Rio and 2012 Nissan Versa were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Versa weights approximately 129 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 Nissan Versa (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Rio. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Kia Rio | 2012 Nissan Versa | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Rio | Versa |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1222 kg |
Fuel Consumption | 5.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |