1998 Chevrolet Metro vs. 1997 Kia Retona
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Metro is newer by 1 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Retona weights approximately 940 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. 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 1998 Chevrolet Metro. 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, 1997 Kia Retona (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Metro | 1997 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Metro | Retona |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
