2005 Kia Retona vs. 2010 Honda Fit
To start off, 2010 Honda Fit is newer by 5 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, 2010 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 727 kg more than 2010 Honda Fit.
Because 2005 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Fit. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Retona | 2010 Honda Fit | |
Make | Kia | Honda |
Model | Retona | Fit |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1143 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2499 mm |