2006 Ferrari 612 vs. 2004 Kia Retona
To start off, 2006 Ferrari 612 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 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 451 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 530 kg more than 2006 Ferrari 612.
Because 2004 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ferrari 612. 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, 2006 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari 612 | 2004 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | 612 | Retona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2370 mm |
