2004 Kia Retona vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 2,998 cc (24 cylinders), 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander (227 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 170 kg more than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander.
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, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander (292 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Retona | 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Retona | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 24 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |
