2012 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2013 Kia RIO. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia RIO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 941 kg more than 2013 Kia RIO. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Nissan Pathfinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia RIO, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia RIO. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia RIO.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Nissan Pathfinder | 2013 Kia RIO | |
Make | Nissan | Kia |
Model | Pathfinder | RIO |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4884 mm | 4045 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1834 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 43 L |