2004 Audi A4 vs. 2001 Kia Visto

To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Visto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Visto would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2001 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 785 kg more than 2001 Kia Visto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Kia Visto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 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 Audi A4 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Visto. (74 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Visto.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Audi A4 2001 Kia Visto
Make Audi Kia
Model A4 Visto
Year Released 2004 2001
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 796 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 53 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 74 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1585 kg 800 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 3500 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1500 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1590 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2390 mm