2005 Jeep Liberty vs. 1997 Kia Retona
To start off, 2005 Jeep Liberty 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1997 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Retona weights approximately 34 kg more than 2005 Jeep Liberty.
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 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Retona. (206 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jeep Liberty | 1997 Kia Retona | |
Make | Jeep | Kia |
Model | Liberty | Retona |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 206 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |