2004 Kia Visto vs. 2004 Mazda RX-8
To start off, both 2004 Kia Visto and 2004 Mazda RX-8 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,616 cc, 2004 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2004 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 592 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 2004 Mazda RX-8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Visto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Visto | 2004 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Visto | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |