2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2001 Kia Visto
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 8 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2001 Kia Visto. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 1581 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 2009 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Visto. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Visto. 2001 Kia Visto has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Kia Visto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 2001 Kia Visto | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Colorado | Visto |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2390 mm |