2004 Kia Retona vs. 1996 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 2004 Kia Retona is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Plymouth Breeze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Plymouth Breeze would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Breeze (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 520 kg more than 1996 Plymouth Breeze.
Because 2004 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. 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, 2004 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Breeze.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Retona | 1996 Plymouth Breeze | |
Make | Kia | Plymouth |
Model | Retona | Breeze |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2750 mm |