2002 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Kia Visto
To start off, both 2002 Honda Accord and 2002 Kia Visto were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2002 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 766 kg more than 2002 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 Honda Accord (264 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Visto. (73 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Visto. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2002 Kia Visto has manual transmission. 2002 Kia Visto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2002 Kia Visto | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Accord | Visto |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3001 cc | 796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 73 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2390 mm |