2000 Audi A4 vs. 1998 Kia Retona
To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Retona would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A4 (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1998 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Retona.
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, 2000 Audi A4 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi A4 | 1998 Kia Retona | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | A4 | Retona |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |