1998 Ferrari 355 Spider vs. 2004 Kia Retona
To start off, 2004 Kia Retona is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider would be higher. At 3,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 180 kg more than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider.
Because 2004 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Ferrari 355 Spider (363 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Retona. (205 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider | 2004 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | 355 Spider | Retona |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2370 mm |
