1997 Kia Capital 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 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Capital would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 545 kg more than 1997 Kia Capital.
Because 2005 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Kia Capital. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Capital | 2005 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Capital | Retona |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2370 mm |
