1999 Kia Retona vs. 2007 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2007 Maserati GranSport is newer by 8 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1999 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Retona weights approximately 184 kg more than 2007 Maserati GranSport.
Because 1999 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Maserati GranSport. 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, 2007 Maserati GranSport (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Retona. 2007 Maserati GranSport 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. 2007 Maserati GranSport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Retona | 2007 Maserati GranSport | |
| Make | Kia | Maserati |
| Model | Retona | GranSport |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |
