2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1995 Kia Retona
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Kia Retona would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1995 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 430 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1995 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1995 Kia Retona | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Corvette | Retona |
Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |