2005 Kia Visto vs. 2008 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2008 Mazda B4000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Visto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Visto would be higher. At 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2005 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 532 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 2008 Mazda B4000 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, 2008 Mazda B4000 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, 2008 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Visto | 2008 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Visto | B4000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 4034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3200 mm |
