1996 Kia Retona vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Retona would be higher. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (154 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1996 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Retona weights approximately 885 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Because 1996 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Camry. 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, 2005 Toyota Camry (221 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Retona. (205 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Retona | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Retona | Camry |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2790 mm |
