2002 Kia Retona vs. 1999 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2002 Kia Retona is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Potentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Potentia would be higher. Both 2002 Kia Retona and 1999 Kia Potentia are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Potentia (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2002 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Retona weights approximately 402 kg more than 1999 Kia Potentia.
Because 2002 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Kia Potentia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Retona | 1999 Kia Potentia | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Retona | Potentia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1872 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |
