2002 Kia Retona vs. 2006 MG ZT
To start off, 2006 MG ZT 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 MG ZT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 MG ZT (187 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2002 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Retona weights approximately 312 kg more than 2006 MG ZT.
Because 2002 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 MG ZT. 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 MG ZT (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 MG ZT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Retona | 2006 MG ZT | |
| Make | Kia | MG |
| Model | Retona | ZT |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1872 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2750 mm |
