1998 Kia Retona vs. 2001 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 3 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 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Bora (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1998 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Retona weights approximately 520 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Bora.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Volkswagen Bora (225 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Retona | 2001 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Retona | Bora |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |