2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2002 Kia Retona
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2002 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 350 kg more than 2002 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 (353 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Retona. (205 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Express | 2002 Kia Retona | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Express | Retona |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 205 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 1872 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 |