2001 Kia Retona vs. 2008 Kia Rio
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 7 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, 2008 Kia Rio (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Retona weights approximately 806 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio.
Because 2001 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Rio. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Retona | 2008 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Retona | Rio |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
