2009 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2002 Kia Visto
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Visto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Visto would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2002 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Visto.
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 Volkswagen Polo (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Visto. 2002 Kia Visto has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Kia Visto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Polo | 2002 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
| Model | Polo | Visto |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2390 mm |
