2005 Kia Retona vs. 1992 Subaru SVX
To start off, 2005 Kia Retona is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 250 kg more than 1992 Subaru SVX.
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, 1992 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Retona. 1992 Subaru SVX has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Subaru SVX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Retona | 1992 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Retona | SVX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2620 mm |
