2004 Kia Visto vs. 2003 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2004 Kia Visto is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lancia Thesis would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 1020 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, 2003 Lancia Thesis (309 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Visto. 2003 Lancia Thesis has automatic transmission and 2004 Kia Visto has manual transmission. 2004 Kia Visto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Lancia Thesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Visto | 2003 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Visto | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2810 mm |
