1997 Kia Retona vs. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 5 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1997 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 80 kg more than 1997 Kia Retona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Retona. (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Retona | 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Retona | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
