1995 Kia Retona vs. 2009 Kia Picanto

To start off, 2009 Kia Picanto is newer by 14 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, 1995 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 941 kg more than 2009 Kia Picanto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1995 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Picanto. 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, 1995 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Picanto. (97 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Picanto.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Kia Retona 2009 Kia Picanto
Make Kia Kia
Model Retona Picanto
Year Released 1995 2009
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1086 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 90 HP 64 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 205 Nm 97 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 67 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 77 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1870 kg 929 kg
Vehicle Length 4010 mm 3540 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1600 mm
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2380 mm


 

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