2005 Kia Retona vs. 2011 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2011 Nissan Cube 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 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 602 kg more than 2011 Nissan Cube.
Because 2005 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Cube. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Retona | 2011 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Retona | Cube |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
