2005 Kia Retona vs. 2004 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2005 Kia Retona is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Vitara (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 555 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Vitara.
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, 2004 Suzuki Vitara (220 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Retona. (205 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Retona | 2004 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Retona | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2490 mm |
