1997 Kia Retona vs. 2001 Nissan MM
To start off, 2001 Nissan MM is newer by 4 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan MM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan MM (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1997 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan MM should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Retona weights approximately 35 kg more than 2001 Nissan MM.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Nissan MM (372 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Retona. (206 Nm). This means 2001 Nissan MM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Retona. 2001 Nissan MM 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. 2001 Nissan MM will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Retona | 2001 Nissan MM | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Retona | MM |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 1530 mm |
