2002 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2004 Kia Retona
To start off, 2004 Kia Retona is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Fiat Barchetta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 810 kg more than 2002 Fiat Barchetta.
Because 2004 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Fiat Barchetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Fiat Barchetta | 2004 Kia Retona | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Barchetta | Retona |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2370 mm |