2002 Kia Retona vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 3 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 2,769 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2002 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Retona weights approximately 285 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (279 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Retona. (205 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Retona | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Retona | Passat |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1872 kg | 1587 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
