2000 Kia Retona vs. 2010 Kia Carens
To start off, 2010 Kia Carens 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Retona weights approximately 355 kg more than 2010 Kia Carens.
Because 2000 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Carens. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Retona | 2010 Kia Carens | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Retona | Carens |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2570 mm |