2005 Kia Retona vs. 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon
To start off, 2005 Kia Retona is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon (130 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 638 kg more than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon.
Because 2005 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. 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) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. (183 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Retona | 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Retona | Sport Wagon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |
