1999 Kia Retona vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra is newer by 6 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, 2005 Opel Vectra (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1999 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Retona weights approximately 495 kg more than 2005 Opel Vectra.
Because 1999 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Vectra. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Retona | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Retona | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2640 mm |
