1999 Kia Retona vs. 2003 Kia Visto
To start off, 2003 Kia Visto is newer by 4 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2003 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Retona weights approximately 1070 kg more than 2003 Kia Visto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Kia Visto. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Visto. 2003 Kia Visto has automatic transmission and 1999 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 1999 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Kia Visto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Retona | 2003 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Retona | Visto |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2390 mm |
