2004 Kia Retona vs. 2005 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC70 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo XC70 (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 192 kg more than 2005 Volvo XC70.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Retona. (205 Nm). This means 2005 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Retona | 2005 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Retona | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2770 mm |
