2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1996 Kia Retona
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Retona would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1996 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Retona weights approximately 430 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1996 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Retona. (205 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 1996 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Corvette | Retona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2370 mm |
