2001 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2001 Kia Visto
To start off, both 2001 Pontiac Vibe and 2001 Kia Visto were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Vibe (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2001 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 430 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 Pontiac Vibe (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Visto. (74 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Pontiac Vibe | 2001 Kia Visto | |
Make | Pontiac | Kia |
Model | Vibe | Visto |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2390 mm |