2006 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2004 Kia Retona
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Retona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 120 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo.
Because 2004 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Aveo | 2004 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Aveo | Retona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2370 mm |
