1997 Kia Retona vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 16 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1997 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 30 kg more than 1997 Kia Retona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Sienna. 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, 2013 Toyota Sienna (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Retona. (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Retona. 2013 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1997 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 1997 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Retona | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Retona | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1985 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3030 mm |
