1995 Kia Retona vs. 2001 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2001 Toyota Tundra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Kia Retona would be higher. At 3,398 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1995 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 150 kg more than 2001 Toyota Tundra.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2001 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Retona. 2001 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1995 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 1995 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Kia Retona | 2001 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Retona | Tundra |
Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3270 mm |