2001 Kia Visto vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 6 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2001 Kia Visto. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 236 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, 2007 Toyota Yaris (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Visto. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Visto | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Visto | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2560 mm |
