1999 Kia Retona vs. 2006 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2006 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 7 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1999 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Retona weights approximately 515 kg more than 2006 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 1999 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Sequoia. 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, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Retona | 2006 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Retona | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3010 mm |