1998 Kia Retona vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 8 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 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1998 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Retona.
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, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero (314 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Retona. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero has automatic transmission and 1998 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 1998 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Retona | 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Retona | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2790 mm |
