1998 Audi AL2 vs. 1996 Kia Retona
To start off, 1998 Audi AL2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Retona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Retona (90 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1998 Audi AL2. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi AL2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Retona weights approximately 1054 kg more than 1998 Audi AL2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Audi AL2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi AL2. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi AL2. 1998 Audi AL2 has automatic transmission and 1996 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 1996 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Audi AL2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi AL2 | 1996 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | AL2 | Retona |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
