2001 Kia Carens vs. 2002 Kia Visto
To start off, 2002 Kia Visto is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Carens would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Carens (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2002 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Carens weights approximately 460 kg more than 2002 Kia Visto. 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, 2001 Kia Carens (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Carens | 2002 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Carens | Visto |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2390 mm |
