1999 Kia Retona vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC is newer by 11 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1999 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Retona weights approximately 373 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen CC.
Because 1999 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen CC. 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, 2010 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Retona | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Retona | CC |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
