1999 Audi A4 vs. 1997 Kia Retona
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Retona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (248 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1997 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Retona weights approximately 440 kg more than 1999 Audi A4.
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, 1999 Audi A4 (339 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Retona. (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi A4 | 1997 Kia Retona | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | A4 | Retona |
Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |