2005 Ford Freestyle vs. 2001 Kia Visto
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestyle is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Visto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Visto would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestyle (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2001 Kia Visto. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 991 kg more than 2001 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, 2005 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Visto. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestyle | 2001 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Freestyle | Visto |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2390 mm |
