2005 Kia Retona vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Kia Retona is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Sportage would be higher. Both 2005 Kia Retona and 1999 Kia Sportage are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Retona (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 330 kg more than 1999 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Retona | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Retona | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |
