2004 Kia Retona vs. 2005 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Retona (90 HP) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 902 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Retona | 2005 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Retona | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 968 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2330 mm |
