1995 Kia Retona vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 10 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. Both 1995 Kia Retona and 2005 Mazda 6 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1995 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 382 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6.
Because 1995 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Mazda 6 (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Kia Retona | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Retona | 6 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |
