2005 Kia Retona vs. 1995 Nissan Sunny
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 Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Sunny (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 870 kg more than 1995 Nissan Sunny.
Because 2005 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Nissan Sunny. 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Sunny. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Retona | 1995 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Retona | Sunny |
Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2540 mm |