1995 Kia Retona vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1995 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 274 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander.
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, 1995 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Kia Retona | 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
Model | Retona | Outlander |
Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2640 mm |