1997 Kia Retona vs. 2000 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2000 Honda CR-V is newer by 3 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1997 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Retona weights approximately 370 kg more than 2000 Honda CR-V.
Because 1997 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda CR-V. 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, 1997 Kia Retona (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Retona | 2000 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Kia | Honda |
| Model | Retona | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2620 mm |
