2005 Kia Retona vs. 2006 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Fortuner (235 HP) has 144 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Fortuner should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 620 kg more than 2006 Toyota Fortuner.
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, 2006 Toyota Fortuner (343 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Retona. (205 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Fortuner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Retona | 2006 Toyota Fortuner | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Retona | Fortuner |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 235 HP |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
