1995 Kia Retona vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute 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. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1995 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 363 kg more than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Retona. (205 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Retona. 2005 Mazda Tribute 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. 2005 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Kia Retona | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Retona | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
