2004 Acura TL vs. 2002 Kia Retona
To start off, 2004 Acura TL is newer by 2 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TL (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2002 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Retona weights approximately 294 kg more than 2004 Acura TL.
Because 2002 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Acura TL. 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, 2004 Acura TL (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura TL | 2002 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Acura | Kia |
| Model | TL | Retona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2370 mm |
