2005 Audi A4 vs. 1998 Kia Retona
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 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. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (187 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1998 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Retona weights approximately 340 kg more than 2005 Audi A4.
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, 2005 Audi A4 (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A4 | 1998 Kia Retona | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | A4 | Retona |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |