2006 Jeep Liberty vs. 2004 Kia Visto
To start off, 2006 Jeep Liberty is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Visto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Visto would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2004 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 1072 kg more than 2004 Kia Visto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Kia Visto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Liberty 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, 2006 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jeep Liberty | 2004 Kia Visto | |
Make | Jeep | Kia |
Model | Liberty | Visto |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1872 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2390 mm |