1997 Kia Retona vs. 2003 Volvo V70
To start off, 2003 Volvo V70 is newer by 6 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 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1997 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Retona weights approximately 320 kg more than 2003 Volvo V70.
Because 1997 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Volvo V70. 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, 2003 Volvo V70 (340 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Retona. (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Retona | 2003 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Retona | V70 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 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 | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2770 mm |
