1999 Kia Retona vs. 2007 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2007 Nissan X-Trail 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan X-Trail (164 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1999 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Retona weights approximately 380 kg more than 2007 Nissan X-Trail.
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, 2007 Nissan X-Trail (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Retona | 2007 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Retona | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |