2000 Holden Commodore vs. 1995 Kia Retona
To start off, 2000 Holden Commodore is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Kia Retona would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1995 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 260 kg more than 2000 Holden Commodore.
Because 1995 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Holden Commodore | 1995 Kia Retona | |
Make | Holden | Kia |
Model | Commodore | Retona |
Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |