2005 Hyundai Accent vs. 2004 Kia Retona
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Accent is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Retona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 834 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Accent. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (132 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Accent. 2005 Hyundai Accent has automatic transmission and 2004 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 2004 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Hyundai Accent will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Accent | 2004 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Accent | Retona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |
