1995 Kia Retona vs. 2011 Volvo V50
To start off, 2011 Volvo V50 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1995 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 272 kg more than 2011 Volvo V50.
Because 1995 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volvo V50. 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, 2011 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Retona. 2011 Volvo V50 has automatic transmission and 1995 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 1995 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Kia Retona | 2011 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Retona | V50 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4521 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1499 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2639 mm |
