2005 Kia Retona vs. 2013 Dodge DART
To start off, 2013 Dodge DART is newer by 8 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Dodge DART is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DART (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DART should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 431 kg more than 2013 Dodge DART.
Because 2005 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Dodge DART. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge DART. (197 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge DART.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Retona | 2013 Dodge DART | |
| Make | Kia | Dodge |
| Model | Retona | DART |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| 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 | 1439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4672 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2703 mm |
