2001 Kia Visto vs. 2001 Proton Saloon
To start off, both 2001 Kia Visto and 2001 Proton Saloon were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Proton Saloon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Proton Saloon (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2001 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Proton Saloon should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Proton Saloon weights approximately 120 kg more than 2001 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 Proton Saloon (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Visto. (74 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Proton Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Visto | 2001 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Kia | Proton |
| Model | Visto | Saloon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2390 mm |
