1999 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1996 Kia Retona
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Retona would be higher. At 5,698 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1996 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 455 kg more than 1996 Kia Retona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 Tahoe (454 Nm) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Retona. (205 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Retona. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1996 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 1996 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1996 Kia Retona | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Tahoe | Retona |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5698 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 205 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2370 mm |