2004 Kia Retona vs. 1999 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 2004 Kia Retona is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda RX-01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda RX-01 would be higher. At 2,610 cc, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Retona | 1999 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Retona | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2610 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2350 mm |
