2000 Kia Retona vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 6 (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2000 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Retona weights approximately 435 kg more than 2010 Mazda 6.
Because 2000 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda 6. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 6. (193 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 6. 2010 Mazda 6 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. 2010 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Retona | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Retona | 6 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2789 mm |