2003 Kia Visto vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2004 Mazda 6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Visto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Visto would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2003 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 230 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.
Because 2004 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Kia Visto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 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, 2004 Mazda 6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Visto | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Visto | 6 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2680 mm |
