2005 Kia Retona vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Sentra (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 460 kg more than 2012 Nissan Sentra.
Because 2005 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Sentra. 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, 2012 Nissan Sentra (244 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Retona | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Retona | Sentra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2685 mm |