2004 Kia Visto vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2004 Kia Visto is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Lupo would be higher. At 1,198 cc (3 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo (63 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 34 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo (155 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Visto | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Visto | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2330 mm |
