2004 Kia Retona vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 2004 Kia Retona is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 968 (302 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 570 kg more than 1995 Porsche 968.
Because 2004 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Porsche 968. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1995 Porsche 968 (500 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Retona | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Retona | 968 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
