1999 Kia Retona vs. 2000 Subaru STX
To start off, 2000 Subaru STX 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. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru STX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru STX (165 HP) has 75 more horse power than 1999 Kia Retona. (90 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru STX should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Retona weights approximately 260 kg more than 2000 Subaru STX.
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, 2000 Subaru STX (224 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Retona. (205 Nm). This means 2000 Subaru STX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Retona | 2000 Subaru STX | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Retona | STX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |
