1995 Kia Retona vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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 2,664 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Terrano (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1995 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 Nissan Terrano.
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, 2005 Nissan Terrano (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Kia Retona | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Retona | Terrano |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |