2001 Kia Visto vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Visto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Visto would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2001 Kia Visto. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 492 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Visto. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Kia Visto | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Visto | Corolla |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |