2005 Kia Rio vs. 1999 Kia Retona
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Retona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Retona weights approximately 940 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Rio | 1999 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Rio | Retona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2370 mm |
