2003 Acura EL vs. 2003 Kia Visto
To start off, both 2003 Acura EL and 2003 Kia Visto were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Acura EL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2003 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura EL weights approximately 380 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Acura EL (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Acura EL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Visto. 2003 Kia Visto has automatic transmission and 2003 Acura EL has manual transmission. 2003 Acura EL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Kia Visto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura EL | 2003 Kia Visto | |
Make | Acura | Kia |
Model | EL | Visto |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2390 mm |