2000 Kia Retona vs. 2008 Proton Satria
To start off, 2008 Proton Satria is newer by 8 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Proton Satria (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Proton Satria should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Retona weights approximately 711 kg more than 2008 Proton Satria.
Because 2000 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Proton Satria. 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Proton Satria. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Proton Satria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Retona | 2008 Proton Satria | |
| Make | Kia | Proton |
| Model | Retona | Satria |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1159 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |
