2001 Kia Retona vs. 2001 Lexus IS
To start off, both 2001 Kia Retona and 2001 Lexus IS were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2001 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Retona weights approximately 470 kg more than 2001 Lexus IS.
Because 2001 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Lexus IS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Kia Retona | 2001 Lexus IS | |
Make | Kia | Lexus |
Model | Retona | IS |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 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 | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |