2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2002 Kia Retona
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Retona would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2002 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 747 kg more than 2002 Kia Retona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Chevrolet Suburban (509 Nm) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Retona. (205 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 2002 Kia Retona | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Suburban | Retona |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | 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 | 335 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 205 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2619 kg | 1872 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2370 mm |