1996 Kia Retona vs. 1993 Renault Express
To start off, 1996 Kia Retona is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Express would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1993 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Retona weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1993 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Renault Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Express. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Retona | 1993 Renault Express | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Retona | Express |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2590 mm |
