1998 Kia Retona vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1998 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle 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, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle (316 Nm @ 2950 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Retona | 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Retona | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3010 mm |
