1999 Kia Retona vs. 1999 Mazda B3000
To start off, both 1999 Kia Retona and 1999 Mazda B3000 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda B3000 (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Retona weights approximately 706 kg more than 1999 Mazda B3000.
Because 1999 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mazda B3000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Kia Retona (205 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda B3000. (198 Nm). This means 1999 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Retona | 1999 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Retona | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2840 mm |
