2004 Kia Visto vs. 2012 Chrysler Delta
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Delta is newer by 8 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler Delta (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Delta should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Delta weights approximately 685 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, 2012 Chrysler Delta (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Visto | 2012 Chrysler Delta | |
| Make | Kia | Chrysler |
| Model | Visto | Delta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |
