2004 Kia Retona vs. 2007 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2007 Saturn Sky is newer by 3 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saturn Sky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn Sky (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 541 kg more than 2007 Saturn Sky.
Because 2004 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Saturn Sky. 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, 2007 Saturn Sky (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Retona. 2007 Saturn Sky has automatic transmission and 2004 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 2004 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Saturn Sky will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Kia Retona | 2007 Saturn Sky | |
Make | Kia | Saturn |
Model | Retona | Sky |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2420 mm |