2003 Kia Visto vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 2 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 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2003 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 695 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Visto | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Visto | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1495 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2690 mm |
