2004 Kia Retona vs. 2004 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, both 2004 Kia Retona and 2004 Saab 05-Sep were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saab 05-Sep (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 205 kg more than 2004 Saab 05-Sep.
Because 2004 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Saab 05-Sep. 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 Saab 05-Sep (309 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Retona. (205 Nm). This means 2004 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Retona | 2004 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Kia | Saab |
Model | Retona | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 309 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |