2005 Kia Retona vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 321 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2005 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. 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 Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Retona. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Retona | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Retona | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3650 mm |
