2001 Kia Retona vs. 2004 MG TF
To start off, 2004 MG TF 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG TF (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2001 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG TF should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Retona weights approximately 770 kg more than 2004 MG TF.
Because 2001 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 MG TF. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Retona | 2004 MG TF | |
| Make | Kia | MG |
| Model | Retona | TF |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2380 mm |
