1995 Kia Retona vs. 2006 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2006 Kia Amanti is newer by 11 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Amanti (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1995 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 46 kg more than 2006 Kia Amanti.
Because 1995 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Amanti. 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, 2006 Kia Amanti (298 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Retona. (205 Nm). This means 2006 Kia Amanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Kia Retona | 2006 Kia Amanti | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Retona | Amanti |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2910 mm |
