1997 Kia Retona vs. 2012 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2012 Jeep Compass is newer by 15 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1997 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Retona weights approximately 421 kg more than 2012 Jeep Compass.
Because 1997 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Jeep Compass. 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, 2012 Jeep Compass (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Retona. (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Retona | 2012 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Kia | Jeep |
| Model | Retona | Compass |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1449 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1814 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2634 mm |
