2002 Kia Visto vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Visto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Visto would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (115 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2002 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 560 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Kia Visto | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Visto | Corolla |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2720 mm |