2000 Kia Retona vs. 1999 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2000 Kia Retona is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus Elise (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Retona weights approximately 1162 kg more than 1999 Lotus Elise.
Because 2000 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lotus Elise. 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, 2000 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus Elise. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Retona | 1999 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Kia | Lotus |
Model | Retona | Elise |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2310 mm |