2009 Toyota Prius vs. 2004 Kia Visto
To start off, 2009 Toyota Prius is newer by 5 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Prius (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2004 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Prius weights approximately 530 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.
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, 2009 Toyota Prius (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Prius | 2004 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Prius | Visto |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2390 mm |
