2005 Acura RSX vs. 1998 Kia Retona
To start off, 2005 Acura RSX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Retona would be higher. Both 2005 Acura RSX and 1998 Kia Retona are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RSX (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1998 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Retona weights approximately 614 kg more than 2005 Acura RSX.
Because 1998 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura RSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Kia Retona (205 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RSX. (194 Nm). This means 1998 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RSX | 1998 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Acura | Kia |
| Model | RSX | Retona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2370 mm |
