1996 Kia Retona vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 13 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1996 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Retona weights approximately 310 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Because 1996 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Armada. 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Retona. 2009 Nissan Armada 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. 2009 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Retona | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Retona | Armada |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3140 mm |
