1995 Kia Retona vs. 2006 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry 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 2,360 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1995 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 426 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry.

Because 1995 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Camry. 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 Toyota Camry (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Retona.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Kia Retona 2006 Toyota Camry
Make Kia Toyota
Model Retona Camry
Year Released 1995 2006
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 2360 cc
Horse Power 90 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 205 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 88.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 96 mm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1870 kg 1444 kg
Vehicle Length 4010 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2730 mm


 

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