2008 Nissan Note vs. 2001 Kia Visto
To start off, 2008 Nissan Note is newer by 7 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Note is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Note (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2001 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Note should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Note weights approximately 382 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, 2008 Nissan Note (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Visto. (74 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Note will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Note | 2001 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | Note | Visto |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2390 mm |
