2005 Kia Retona vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 7 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, 2012 Citroen C4 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 235 kg more than 2012 Citroen C4.
Because 2005 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Citroen C4. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C4. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Retona | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Kia | Citroen |
| Model | Retona | C4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2730 mm |
