2004 Kia Retona vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2004 Kia Retona is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. Both 2004 Kia Retona and 1998 Toyota Caldina are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 508 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (181 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina. 1998 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 2004 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 2004 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Retona | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Retona | Caldina |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2590 mm |