2005 Kia Retona vs. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette

To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 6 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 378 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Corvette.

Because 2005 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Retona.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Kia Retona 2011 Chevrolet Corvette
Make Kia Chevrolet
Model Retona Corvette
Year Released 2005 2011
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 6200 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 91 HP 430 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 205 Nm 574 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1870 kg 1492 kg
Vehicle Length 4010 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1928 mm
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1237 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2685 mm


 

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