2005 Audi S4 vs. 1995 Kia Retona
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Kia Retona would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1995 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 88 kg more than 2005 Audi S4.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Retona. (205 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1995 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | S4 | Retona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |
