2004 Kia Visto vs. 2004 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2004 Kia Visto and 2004 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Astra (168 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2004 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Astra weights approximately 625 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, 2004 Opel Astra (241 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Visto | 2004 Opel Astra | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Visto | Astra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 1979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2620 mm |