2003 Kia Visto vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 3 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 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2003 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 375 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 2006 Mitsubishi Raider 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Visto | 2006 Mitsubishi Raider | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Visto | Raider |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3340 mm |
