2004 Kia Visto vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2004 Kia Visto is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 6 (145 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2004 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 685 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 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Visto | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Visto | 6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2680 mm |
