1996 Kia Retona vs. 2007 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2007 Holden Captiva is newer by 11 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 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Holden Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Holden Captiva (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1996 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Retona weights approximately 25 kg more than 2007 Holden Captiva.
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, 2007 Holden Captiva (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Retona. 2007 Holden Captiva has automatic transmission and 1996 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 1996 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Holden Captiva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Kia Retona | 2007 Holden Captiva | |
Make | Kia | Holden |
Model | Retona | Captiva |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |