2004 Kia Retona vs. 2008 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 4 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 98 kg more than 2008 SsangYong Actyon.
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, 2008 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Retona | 2008 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Kia | SsangYong |
Model | Retona | Actyon |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2750 mm |