1998 Kia Retona vs. 2000 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2000 MCC ForTwo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Retona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 2000 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Retona weights approximately 1190 kg more than 2000 MCC ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 MCC ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Retona | 2000 MCC ForTwo | |
| Make | Kia | MCC |
| Model | Retona | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 1810 mm |
