2004 Kia Retona vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,798 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona.
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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Retona. 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Retona | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Retona | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3010 mm |
