2004 Kia Retona vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 9 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), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS 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 2013 Cadillac ATS.
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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Retona. 2013 Cadillac ATS 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. 2013 Cadillac ATS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Kia Retona | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | Kia | Cadillac |
Model | Retona | ATS |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
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 | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1805 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2775 mm |