2005 Audi A4 vs. 2003 Kia Retona
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Retona would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (100 HP @ 1900 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Retona weights approximately 420 kg more than 2005 Audi A4.
Because 2003 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Audi A4 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 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 2003 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2003 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A4 | Retona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 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 |
