2002 Kia Retona vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (87 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Retona weights approximately 892 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa. 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 Opel Corsa. 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, 2002 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Retona | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Retona | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1872 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |
