1998 Kia Retona vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC is newer by 11 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1998 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Retona weights approximately 405 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC.
Because 1998 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC (250 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Retona | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Retona | CLC |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |