2005 Kia Retona vs. 1992 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2005 Kia Retona is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 2,859 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 630 kg more than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado.
Because 2005 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Retona | 1992 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Retona | Corrado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2480 mm |
