1995 Kia Retona vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor is newer by 9 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 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1995 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 5 kg more than 1995 Kia Retona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor (339 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Retona. (205 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Kia Retona | 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Retona | Endeavor |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2730 mm |
