2001 Kia Sportage vs. 1998 Kia Retona
To start off, 2001 Kia Sportage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Retona would be higher. Both 2001 Kia Sportage and 1998 Kia Retona are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1998 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Retona weights approximately 413 kg more than 2001 Kia Sportage.
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, 1998 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Kia Sportage | 1998 Kia Retona | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Sportage | Retona |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |