2004 Holden Zafira vs. 1998 Kia Retona
To start off, 2004 Holden Zafira is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Retona would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1998 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Retona weights approximately 410 kg more than 2004 Holden Zafira.
Because 1998 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Holden Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Holden Zafira | 1998 Kia Retona | |
Make | Holden | Kia |
Model | Zafira | Retona |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2370 mm |