2005 Kia Visto vs. 2005 Toyota Tazz

To start off, both 2005 Kia Visto and 2005 Toyota Tazz were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,295 cc, 2005 Toyota Tazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tazz (180 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2005 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tazz should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tazz weights approximately 144 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.

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 Toyota Tazz (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Tazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Visto.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Kia Visto 2005 Toyota Tazz
Make Kia Toyota
Model Visto Tazz
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 794 cc 1295 cc
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 53 HP 180 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 73 Nm 103 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4200 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 800 kg 944 kg
Wheelbase Size 2390 mm 2800 mm


 

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