1999 Kia Retona vs. 2004 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2004 Nissan Titan is newer by 5 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1999 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Titan weights approximately 528 kg more than 1999 Kia Retona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Retona. (205 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Retona | 2004 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Retona | Titan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 2398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3560 mm |
