1998 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 250 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Kia Retona | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Corvette | Retona |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 437 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |