2002 Ford Fusion vs. 2001 Kia Visto
To start off, 2002 Ford Fusion 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Fusion (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Kia Visto. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Fusion weights approximately 346 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 Ford Fusion (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Visto. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Fusion | 2001 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Fusion | Visto |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2390 mm |
