2000 Kia Retona vs. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 12 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (164 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2000 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Retona weights approximately 424 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
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, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (225 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Retona | 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Kia | Suzuki |
Model | Retona | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2440 mm |