2001 Kia Retona vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Retona would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2001 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Retona weights approximately 364 kg more than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda Tribute (266 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Retona. (205 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Retona | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Retona | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |
