2005 AC Aceca vs. 2002 Kia Retona
To start off, 2005 AC Aceca is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Retona would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2002 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Retona weights approximately 362 kg more than 2005 AC Aceca.
Because 2002 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2005 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
2005 AC Aceca | 2002 Kia Retona | |
Make | AC | Kia |
Model | Aceca | Retona |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1872 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2370 mm |