2002 Dodge M80 vs. 2001 Kia Retona
To start off, 2002 Dodge M80 is newer by 1 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Dodge M80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge M80 (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2001 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge M80 should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Retona weights approximately 735 kg more than 2002 Dodge M80.
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, 2002 Dodge M80 (319 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge M80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge M80 | 2001 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | M80 | Retona |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2370 mm |
