2004 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 2004 Volkswagen GTI

To start off, both 2004 Kia Pride Wagon and 2004 Volkswagen GTI were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen GTI (180 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 534 kg more than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2004 Volkswagen GTI (235 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Kia Pride Wagon 2004 Volkswagen GTI
Make Kia Volkswagen
Model Pride Wagon GTI
Year Released 2004 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1324 cc 1779 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 63 HP 180 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 135 Nm 235 Nm
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 820 kg 1354 kg
Vehicle Length 3930 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2410 mm


 

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