2001 Kia Visto vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 12 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2001 Kia Visto. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1333 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.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Kia Visto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Visto. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Visto. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2001 Kia Visto has manual transmission. 2001 Kia Visto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Kia Visto | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Visto | Touareg |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 2137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2893 mm |