2002 Kia Retona vs. 2009 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback 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 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2002 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Retona weights approximately 437 kg more than 2009 Subaru Outback.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Subaru Outback (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Kia Retona | 2009 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Retona | Outback |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1872 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |