2005 Fiat Croma vs. 1997 Kia Retona
To start off, 2005 Fiat Croma 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Croma (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1997 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Retona weights approximately 265 kg more than 2005 Fiat Croma.
Because 1997 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Croma. 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 Fiat Croma (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Retona. (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Croma | 1997 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Croma | Retona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 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 | 1605 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
