1999 Kia Retona vs. 2000 Volvo S60
To start off, 2000 Volvo S60 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 2,434 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo S60 (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1999 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Retona weights approximately 445 kg more than 2000 Volvo S60.
Because 1999 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Volvo S60. 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 Volvo S60 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Retona | 2000 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Retona | S60 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2434 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |
