1998 Acura Integra vs. 2005 Kia Retona
To start off, 2005 Kia Retona is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura Integra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 700 kg more than 1998 Acura Integra.
Because 2005 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Acura Integra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura Integra. 1998 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura Integra | 2005 Kia Retona | |
Make | Acura | Kia |
Model | Integra | Retona |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |