1997 Kia Retona vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1997 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 650 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 544 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Retona. (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Retona. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Kia Retona | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Retona | Touareg |
Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4921 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 2520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2860 mm |