2004 Kia Visto vs. 2011 Kia Borrego

To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego is newer by 7 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2004 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Borrego weights approximately 490 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 2011 Kia Borrego 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 2011 Kia Borrego. 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, 2011 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Visto. 2011 Kia Borrego 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. 2011 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Kia Visto 2011 Kia Borrego
Make Kia Kia
Model Visto Borrego
Year Released 2004 2011
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 796 cc 3778 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 53 HP 276 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 73 Nm 362 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 800 kg 1290 kg
Vehicle Length 3500 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1500 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1590 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2390 mm 2900 mm


 

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