2005 Dodge Magnum vs. 1997 Kia Retona
To start off, 2005 Dodge Magnum is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Retona would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Magnum (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1997 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Retona weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 Dodge Magnum.
Because 1997 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Magnum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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 Dodge Magnum (339 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Retona. (206 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Magnum | 1997 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Magnum | Retona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2370 mm |
