2005 Kia Retona vs. 1995 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2005 Kia Retona is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Almera would be higher. Both 2005 Kia Retona and 1995 Nissan Almera are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Almera (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 718 kg more than 1995 Nissan Almera.
Because 2005 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Nissan Almera. 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, 2005 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Almera. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Retona | 1995 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Retona | Almera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2540 mm |
