1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1995 Kia Retona
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Kia Retona would be higher. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1995 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 65 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado.
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 Chevrolet Silverado (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Retona. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1995 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 1995 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 1995 Kia Retona | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Silverado | Retona |
Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4801 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2370 mm |