2004 Kia Visto vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 3 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2004 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 749 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 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Kia Visto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (189 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Visto | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Visto | Sportage |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2640 mm |