2005 Kia Retona vs. 1993 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Kia Retona is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota MR2 (241 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 255 kg more than 1993 Toyota MR2.
Because 2005 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota MR2. 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, 1993 Toyota MR2 (304 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Retona | 1993 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Retona | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
