2005 Kia Retona vs. 2001 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2005 Kia Retona is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 268 kg more than 2001 Holden Monaro.
Because 2005 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Holden Monaro. 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, 2001 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Retona | 2001 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Kia | Holden |
| Model | Retona | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2800 mm |
