1999 Kia Retona vs. 2012 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Splash is newer by 13 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, 2012 Suzuki Splash (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Splash should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Retona weights approximately 820 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Splash.
Because 1999 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Suzuki Splash. 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, 1999 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Splash. (118 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Retona | 2012 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Retona | Splash |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 74.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2360 mm |
