2003 Kia Retona vs. 2010 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2010 Toyota Camry is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Retona would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Camry (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2003 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Retona weights approximately 380 kg more than 2010 Toyota Camry.
Because 2003 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2010 Toyota Camry (232 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Kia Retona | 2010 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Retona | Camry |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2776 mm |