2002 Ferrari Rossa vs. 1997 Kia Retona
To start off, 2002 Ferrari Rossa 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari Rossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari Rossa (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1997 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Rossa should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Retona.
Because 1997 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ferrari Rossa. 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 Ferrari Rossa (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Retona. (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari Rossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari Rossa | 1997 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | Rossa | Retona |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |
