2003 Kia Visto vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2003 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1495 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 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (441 Nm) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Visto. (73 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Visto | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Visto | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3010 mm |
