2005 Kia Retona vs. 2010 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Accent 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 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 797 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Accent.
Because 2005 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Hyundai Accent. 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 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Retona | 2010 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Kia | Hyundai |
Model | Retona | Accent |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 144 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 | 1073 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2499 mm |