2005 Kia Retona vs. 2003 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2005 Kia Retona is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Monaro would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall 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 215 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Monaro.
Because 2005 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Vauxhall 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, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Retona. 2003 Vauxhall Monaro has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Vauxhall Monaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Retona | 2003 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Kia | Vauxhall |
| Model | Retona | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1655 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 |
