2002 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 2003 Kia Retona
To start off, 2003 Kia Retona is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Prizm. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Prizm would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2003 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Retona weights approximately 780 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Prizm.
Because 2003 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chevrolet Prizm. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Prizm. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Prizm.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Prizm | 2003 Kia Retona | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Prizm | Retona |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |