2000 Infiniti I vs. 1999 Kia Retona
To start off, 2000 Infiniti I is newer by 1 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1999 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Retona weights approximately 360 kg more than 2000 Infiniti I.
Because 1999 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Infiniti I. 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, 2000 Infiniti I (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Infiniti I | 1999 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Infiniti | Kia |
| Model | I | Retona |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |
