Paladin vs Niro Plug-IN Hybrid
Nissan · Kia
1/4 Mile winner
Niro Plug-IN Hybrid
Beats the Paladin by 0.07s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the Niro Plug-IN Hybrid beats the Paladin by a hair, finishing 0.07 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Niro Plug-IN Hybrid thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
150 hp
139 hp
0–100 km/h
10.6s
10.5s
Top speed
180 km/h
180 km/h
Engine
2.4L Inline-4
1.6L 4-Cylinder Hybrid
Fuel
Petrol
Hybrid
Torque
217 Nm
265 Nm
Price
$20,000
$33,000
Simulated race times
Distance
Paladin
Niro Plug-IN Hybrid
100 m
7.964s
7.930s
1/8 mile
11.786s
11.738s
1/4 mile
17.749s
17.684s
1 km
31.936s
31.841s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Paladin is $20,000 vs $33,000 for the Niro Plug-IN Hybrid — a $13,000 gap. Power: Paladin makes 11 hp more (150 vs 139).
FAQ
Which is faster, the Paladin or the Niro Plug-IN Hybrid?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Niro Plug-IN Hybrid is faster, beating the Paladin by 0.07 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Paladin vs the Niro Plug-IN Hybrid?
The Paladin hits 100 km/h in 10.6 seconds, while the Niro Plug-IN Hybrid does it in 10.5 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Paladin produces 150 hp; the Niro Plug-IN Hybrid produces 139 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Paladin tops out at 180 km/h, and the Niro Plug-IN Hybrid reaches 180 km/h.
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