2004 Kia Retona vs. 2011 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul is newer by 7 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Soul (122 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 709 kg more than 2011 Kia Soul.
Because 2004 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Soul. 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, 2004 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Soul. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Retona | 2011 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Retona | Soul |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1161 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2550 mm |
