2004 Kia Retona vs. 2006 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Aerio is newer by 2 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 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Aerio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Aerio (155 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Aerio should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 835 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Aerio.
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, 2006 Suzuki Aerio (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Aerio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Retona | 2006 Suzuki Aerio | |
Make | Kia | Suzuki |
Model | Retona | Aerio |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2490 mm |