1995 Kia Retona vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Korando 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Korando (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1995 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 5 kg more than 2004 SsangYong Korando.
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 SsangYong Korando (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Retona. 2004 SsangYong Korando 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. 2004 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1995 Kia Retona | 2004 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Kia | SsangYong |
Model | Retona | Korando |
Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2490 mm |