2002 Kia Retona vs. 2006 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona is newer by 4 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sedona (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2002 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sedona weights approximately 128 kg more than 2002 Kia Retona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Sedona. 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, 2006 Kia Sedona (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Retona | 2006 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Retona | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1872 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3030 mm |
