1999 Kia Retona vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Retona would be higher. Both 1999 Kia Retona and 2000 Mercedes-Benz E are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1999 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Retona weights approximately 270 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 1999 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Retona | 2000 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Retona | E |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2970 mm |
