1998 Kia Retona vs. 2006 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2006 Nissan Altima 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1998 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Altima weights approximately 452 kg more than 1998 Kia Retona. 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 2006 Nissan Altima. 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, 2006 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Retona | 2006 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Retona | Altima |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 2322 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2810 mm |