2004 Kia Rio vs. 2000 Kia Retona
To start off, 2004 Kia Rio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Retona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Rio (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Retona weights approximately 780 kg more than 2004 Kia Rio.
Because 2000 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Kia Retona (205 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Rio. (141 Nm). This means 2000 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Rio | 2000 Kia Retona | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Rio | Retona |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 205 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2370 mm |