2000 Dodge Maxx Cab vs. 2004 Kia Retona
To start off, 2004 Kia Retona is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab weights approximately 535 kg more than 2004 Kia Retona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Dodge Maxx Cab (408 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Retona. 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab has automatic transmission and 2004 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 2004 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab | 2004 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Maxx Cab | Retona |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2370 mm |
