1997 Kia Retona vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 9 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1997 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Retona weights approximately 515 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Retona. (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Kia Retona | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Retona | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |