2005 Kia Retona vs. 2006 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Justy 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, 2006 Subaru Justy (99 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Justy should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 860 kg more than 2006 Subaru Justy.
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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Justy. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Retona | 2006 Subaru Justy | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Retona | Justy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |