2004 Kia Retona vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 6 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 300 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Retona | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
Model | Retona | Lancer |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4572 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2634 mm |