2004 Kia Retona vs. 2012 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2012 Nissan NP300 is newer by 8 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. Both 2004 Kia Retona and 2012 Nissan NP300 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NP300 (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 340 kg more than 2012 Nissan NP300.
Because 2004 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan NP300. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NP300. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Retona | 2012 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Retona | NP300 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2960 mm |
