2001 Kia Retona vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 8 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 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2001 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Retona weights approximately 515 kg more than 2009 Toyota RAV4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (335 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Retona. 2009 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 2001 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 2001 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Kia Retona | 2009 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Retona | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |