2003 Mazda Tribute vs. 2003 Kia Visto
To start off, both 2003 Mazda Tribute and 2003 Kia Visto were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Tribute (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2003 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 625 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 2003 Mazda Tribute 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, 2003 Mazda Tribute 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, 2003 Mazda Tribute (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Visto. 2003 Kia Visto has automatic transmission and 2003 Mazda Tribute has manual transmission. 2003 Mazda Tribute will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Kia Visto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Tribute | 2003 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | Tribute | Visto |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2390 mm |
