2004 Kia Retona vs. 2003 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2004 Kia Retona is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Condor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Condor would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Condor (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Condor should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 375 kg more than 2003 Toyota Condor.
Because 2004 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Condor. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Condor. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Condor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Retona | 2003 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Retona | Condor |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1495 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |
