2002 Kia Retona vs. 2001 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2002 Kia Retona is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Sportage would be higher. Both 2002 Kia Retona and 2001 Kia Sportage are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2002 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Retona weights approximately 415 kg more than 2001 Kia Sportage.
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 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Kia Retona | 2001 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Retona | Sportage |
Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
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 | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1872 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |