2003 Honda Mobilio vs. 2002 Kia Visto
To start off, 2003 Honda Mobilio is newer by 1 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Mobilio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Mobilio (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2002 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 450 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, 2003 Honda Mobilio (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Mobilio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Mobilio | 2002 Kia Visto | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Mobilio | Visto |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2390 mm |