1995 Kia Retona vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 18 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (256 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1995 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 106 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Kia Retona | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Retona | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1976 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2900 mm |
