2005 Kia Retona vs. 2012 GMC Sierra

To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 271 kg more than 2005 Kia Retona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Retona. 2012 GMC Sierra 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. 2012 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Kia Retona 2012 GMC Sierra
Make Kia GMC
Model Retona Sierra
Year Released 2005 2012
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 353 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 205 Nm 506 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1870 kg 2141 kg
Vehicle Length 4010 mm 6580 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1960 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 4250 mm


 

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