2002 Kia Visto vs. 2009 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2009 Toyota Avensis is newer by 7 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), 2009 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2002 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 584 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, 2009 Toyota Avensis (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Visto. 2009 Toyota Avensis 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. 2009 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Visto | 2009 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Visto | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| 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 | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |
