2006 Volkswagen Touran vs. 2001 Kia Visto
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 5 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2001 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 362 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.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Visto. (74 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Volkswagen Touran | 2001 Kia Visto | |
Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
Model | Touran | Visto |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1162 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2390 mm |