2004 Kia Retona vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Retona would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 35 kg more than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
Because 2004 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan 350Z. 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, 2005 Nissan 350Z (372 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Retona | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Retona | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2690 mm |
