2002 Daihatsu Altis vs. 1997 Kia Retona
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Altis is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Retona would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Daihatsu Altis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daihatsu Altis (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1997 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Altis should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Retona weights approximately 450 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu Altis.
Because 1997 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Daihatsu Altis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2002 Daihatsu Altis (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Retona. (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Daihatsu Altis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Retona. 2002 Daihatsu Altis has automatic transmission and 1997 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 1997 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Daihatsu Altis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Altis | 1997 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Altis | Retona |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |
