2004 Kia Retona vs. 2000 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2004 Kia Retona is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot 607. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot 607 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot 607 (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 990 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 607.
Because 2004 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Peugeot 607. 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, 2000 Peugeot 607 (386 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Retona | 2000 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Retona | 607 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
