2005 Kia Visto vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna

To start off, both 2005 Kia Visto and 2005 Toyota Sienna were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sienna (230 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2005 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1180 kg more than 2005 Kia Visto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Visto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna 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, 2005 Toyota Sienna (328 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Visto. (73 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Visto. 2005 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Visto has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Visto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Kia Visto 2005 Toyota Sienna
Make Kia Toyota
Model Visto Sienna
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Hatchback Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 794 cc 3298 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 53 HP 230 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 73 Nm 328 Nm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 800 kg 1980 kg
Vehicle Length 3500 mm 5090 mm
Vehicle Width 1500 mm 1970 mm
Vehicle Height 1590 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2390 mm 3040 mm