1997 Kia Retona vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1997 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Retona weights approximately 225 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis.
Because 1997 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Retona. (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Kia Retona | 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis | |
Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
Model | Retona | Grandis |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2790 mm |