2000 Kia Retona vs. 2001 Lexus RX
To start off, 2001 Lexus RX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Retona would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus RX (198 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2000 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Retona weights approximately 5 kg more than 2001 Lexus RX.
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, 2001 Lexus RX (283 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Retona. 2001 Lexus RX has automatic transmission and 2000 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 2000 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Lexus RX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Retona | 2001 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Kia | Lexus |
| Model | Retona | RX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2620 mm |
