2002 Kia Visto vs. 2011 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 9 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Terracan (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2002 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1355 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 2011 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Kia Visto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2011 Hyundai Terracan (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Visto. 2011 Hyundai Terracan 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. 2011 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Visto | 2011 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Kia | Hyundai |
| Model | Visto | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2760 mm |
