2005 Kia Retona vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Kia Retona is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Previa (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 260 kg more than 2004 Toyota Previa.
Because 2005 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Previa. 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, 2004 Toyota Previa (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Retona | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Retona | Previa |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |