2006 Honda FR-V vs. 1998 Kia Retona
To start off, 2006 Honda FR-V is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Retona would be higher. Both 2006 Honda FR-V and 1998 Kia Retona are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda FR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1998 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Retona weights approximately 346 kg more than 2006 Honda FR-V.
Because 1998 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda FR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda FR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda FR-V | 1998 Kia Retona | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | FR-V | Retona |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2370 mm |