2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2002 Kia Visto
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Visto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Visto would be higher. At 5,949 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2002 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2482 kg more than 2002 Kia Visto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Kia Visto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion 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 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 686 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Visto. (73 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Excursion | 2002 Kia Visto | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Excursion | Visto |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5949 cc | 796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 73 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3282 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2390 mm |