2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2005 Kia Retona
To start off, 2005 Kia Retona is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 120 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Because 2005 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Retona. 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2005 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Trans Sport | Retona |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2370 mm |
