2005 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Kia Visto
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2001 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 656 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 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Visto. (74 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Accord | 2001 Kia Visto | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Accord | Visto |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2390 mm |