1995 Dodge Spirit vs. 1997 Kia Retona
To start off, 1997 Kia Retona is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Spirit (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1997 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Retona weights approximately 616 kg more than 1995 Dodge Spirit.
Because 1997 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Dodge Spirit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Kia Retona 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, 1997 Kia Retona (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Spirit. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Spirit | 1997 Kia Retona | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Spirit | Retona |
Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |