2002 Honda Saber 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 Honda Saber. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Saber would be higher. At 2,649 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Saber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Saber (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2003 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Saber should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Retona weights approximately 380 kg more than 2002 Honda Saber.
Because 2003 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Saber. 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, 2002 Honda Saber (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Saber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Retona. 2002 Honda Saber has automatic transmission and 2003 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 2003 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Saber will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Saber | 2003 Kia Retona | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Saber | Retona |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2649 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |