2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2003 Kia Visto
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Visto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Visto would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2003 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 661 kg more than 2003 Kia Visto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Kia Visto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline 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 Honda Ridgeline (336 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Visto. 2009 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2003 Kia Visto has manual transmission. 2003 Kia Visto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Ridgeline | 2003 Kia Visto | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Ridgeline | Visto |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2390 mm |