1997 Kia Retona vs. 1999 Acura TL
To start off, 1999 Acura TL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Retona would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura TL (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1997 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Retona weights approximately 295 kg more than 1999 Acura TL.
Because 1997 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1999 Acura TL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Retona. (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Retona. 1999 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 1997 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 1997 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Retona | 1999 Acura TL | |
| Make | Kia | Acura |
| Model | Retona | TL |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2750 mm |
