1996 Kia Retona vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 12 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1996 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Retona weights approximately 540 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 1996 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Sequoia. 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Retona. 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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. 2008 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Retona | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Retona | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3110 mm |
