1997 Kia Retona vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 8 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 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1997 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Retona weights approximately 200 kg more than 2005 Kia Sportage.
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, 2005 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Retona. (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Retona. 2005 Kia Sportage 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. 2005 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Kia Retona | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Retona | Sportage |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2570 mm |