1999 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Kia Retona
To start off, 2004 Kia Retona is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 370 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2004 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (486 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Kia Retona | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Corvette | Retona |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 486 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2370 mm |