1995 Kia Retona vs. 2011 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 16 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, 2011 Volkswagen Beetle (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1995 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 437 kg more than 1995 Kia Retona. 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 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Kia Retona | 2011 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Retona | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
