2001 Kia Retona vs. 2005 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 407 is newer by 4 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, 2005 Peugeot 407 (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2001 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Retona weights approximately 400 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 407.
Because 2001 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Peugeot 407. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 407. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Retona | 2005 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Retona | 407 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
