1995 Kia Retona vs. 2012 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 17 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, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1995 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 573 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle.
Because 1995 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. (175 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1995 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Kia Retona | 2012 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Retona | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4278 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2537 mm |
