2005 Kia Retona vs. 2009 Acura CSX
To start off, 2009 Acura CSX is newer by 4 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Acura CSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura CSX (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura CSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 557 kg more than 2009 Acura CSX.
Because 2005 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Acura CSX. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura CSX. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura CSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Retona | 2009 Acura CSX | |
| Make | Kia | Acura |
| Model | Retona | CSX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2700 mm |
