2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 2003 Kia Visto
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Visto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Visto would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2003 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 680 kg more than 2003 Kia Visto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (209 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Visto. (73 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 2003 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | Frontier | Visto |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2390 mm |
