2005 Kia Retona vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2005 Kia Retona and 2005 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 713 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2005 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (171 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Retona | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Retona | Corolla |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1786 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 | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 171 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1157 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |