2002 Kia Retona vs. 2004 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 607 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Retona would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 607 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2002 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Retona weights approximately 262 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 607.
Because 2002 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Peugeot 607. 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, 2004 Peugeot 607 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Kia Retona | 2004 Peugeot 607 | |
Make | Kia | Peugeot |
Model | Retona | 607 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1872 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2320 mm |