1995 Kia Retona vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1995 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 404 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Retona. (205 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Kia Retona | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Retona | Armada |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3140 mm |
