1999 Kia Retona vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 12 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, 2011 Citroen C4 (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1999 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Retona weights approximately 630 kg more than 2011 Citroen C4.
Because 1999 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Citroen C4. 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, 2011 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Retona | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Kia | Citroen |
| Model | Retona | C4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| 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 | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2770 mm |
