2004 Kia Retona vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, both 2004 Kia Retona and 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 645 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2004 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. (177 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Retona | 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
Model | Retona | Lancer |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 177 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |