2005 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2001 Kia Visto
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2001 Kia Visto. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1475 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.
Because 2005 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Kia Visto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 Sequoia (427 Nm) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Visto. (103 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Sequoia | 2001 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Sequoia | Visto |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2279 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2390 mm |
