2000 Kia Retona vs. 1991 Saab 9000
To start off, 2000 Kia Retona is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Saab 9000 (185 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2000 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Retona weights approximately 420 kg more than 1991 Saab 9000.
Because 2000 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Saab 9000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1991 Saab 9000 (278 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Retona | 1991 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Kia | Saab |
| Model | Retona | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
