1998 Kia Retona vs. 2010 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2010 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 12 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, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1998 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Retona weights approximately 730 kg more than 2010 Suzuki SX4.
Because 1998 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Suzuki SX4. 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, 1998 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki SX4. (156 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Retona | 2010 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Retona | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2500 mm |
