2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2004 Kia Retona
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 789 kg more than 2004 Kia Retona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Sierra | 2004 Kia Retona | |
Make | GMC | Kia |
Model | Sierra | Retona |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2370 mm |