2005 Kia Retona vs. 2002 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2005 Kia Retona is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Saab 03-Sep (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 320 kg more than 2002 Saab 03-Sep.
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, 2002 Saab 03-Sep (400 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Retona | 2002 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Kia | Saab |
Model | Retona | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |