2004 Kia Retona vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 126 kg more than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Because 2004 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Murano. 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 Murano (334 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Retona. (205 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Murano 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 Murano | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Retona | Murano |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2960 mm |
