2005 Kia Retona vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd 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 Kia Cee'd (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 471 kg more than 2010 Kia Cee'd.
Because 2005 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Cee'd. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Retona | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Retona | Cee'd |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 74.5 mm |
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 | 1399 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |