2004 Kia Visto vs. 2004 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2004 Kia Visto and 2004 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Corsa (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Corsa weights approximately 598 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 Corsa (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Corsa 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 Corsa | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Visto | Corsa |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |