2004 Kia Visto vs. 1998 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2004 Kia Visto is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 205 kg more than 2004 Kia Visto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Kia Visto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Impreza 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, 1998 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Visto | 1998 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Visto | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2530 mm |
