2004 Kia Visto vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Visto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Visto would be higher. At 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (165 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2004 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 756 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 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 2005 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (248 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Visto. (73 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Visto. 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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. 2005 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Visto | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Visto | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3240 mm |
