2005 Kia Retona vs. 2008 Nissan Tiida
To start off, 2008 Nissan Tiida is newer by 3 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, 2008 Nissan Tiida (124 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Tiida should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 563 kg more than 2008 Nissan Tiida.
Because 2005 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Tiida. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Tiida. (173 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Tiida.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Retona | 2008 Nissan Tiida | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Retona | Tiida |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2600 mm |
