2005 Kia Retona vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (139 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 342 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando.
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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Retona | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Retona | Orlando |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
