1995 Kia Retona vs. 2008 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 407 is newer by 13 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 407 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1995 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 310 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 407.
Because 1995 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Peugeot 407. 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, 2008 Peugeot 407 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Kia Retona | 2008 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Retona | 407 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2730 mm |
