2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1997 Kia Retona
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Retona would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1997 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 804 kg more than 1997 Kia Retona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Retona. (206 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Express | 1997 Kia Retona | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Express | Retona |
Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 206 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2674 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2370 mm |