2005 Kia Retona vs. 2000 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Kia Retona is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Tribute would be higher. Both 2005 Kia Retona and 2000 Mazda Tribute are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Tribute (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 445 kg more than 2000 Mazda Tribute.
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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Retona | 2000 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Retona | Tribute |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
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 | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |