1997 Kia Retona vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis is newer by 10 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. Both 1997 Kia Retona and 2007 Toyota Avensis are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1997 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Retona weights approximately 518 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avensis.
Because 1997 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Avensis. 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, 1997 Kia Retona (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Kia Retona | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Retona | Avensis |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |