1997 Kia Retona vs. 2010 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 13 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 2010 SsangYong Actyon are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Actyon (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1997 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Retona weights approximately 98 kg more than 2010 SsangYong Actyon.
Because 1997 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 SsangYong Actyon. 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, 2010 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Retona. (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Kia Retona | 2010 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Kia | SsangYong |
Model | Retona | Actyon |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
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 | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
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 | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2750 mm |