2004 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2003 Kia Visto
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,376 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tacoma (194 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2003 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 840 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.
Because 2004 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Kia Visto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2004 Toyota Tacoma (280 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Visto. (73 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Tacoma | 2003 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Tacoma | Visto |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3376 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2390 mm |
