2002 Kia Visto vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 8 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2002 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 1420 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.
Because 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Kia Visto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 BMW X6 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Visto. 2010 BMW X6 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. 2010 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Visto | 2010 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Visto | X6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1689 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2934 mm |
