1997 Honda CRX vs. 2005 Kia Retona
To start off, 2005 Kia Retona is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 820 kg more than 1997 Honda CRX.
Because 2005 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda CRX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda CRX | 2005 Kia Retona | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | CRX | Retona |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2370 mm |