2005 Kia Retona vs. 2006 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2006 Holden Cruze is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Retona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Retona (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 2006 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 885 kg more than 2006 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Retona | 2006 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Kia | Holden |
| Model | Retona | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
