2000 Kia Retona vs. 2010 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2010 GMC Canyon is newer by 10 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2000 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Canyon weights approximately 608 kg more than 2000 Kia Retona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Retona | 2010 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Kia | GMC |
Model | Retona | Canyon |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 2478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2830 mm |