2002 Kia Retona vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 7 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2002 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Retona weights approximately 407 kg more than 2009 Mazda 3.
Because 2002 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda 3. 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, 2009 Mazda 3 (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Retona | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Retona | 3 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| 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 | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2650 mm |
