2005 Kia Retona vs. 1998 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2005 Kia Retona is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Sienna (189 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 165 kg more than 1998 Toyota Sienna.
Because 2005 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Sienna. 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, 1998 Toyota Sienna (279 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Retona. 1998 Toyota Sienna 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. 1998 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Retona | 1998 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Retona | Sienna |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2910 mm |