2006 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1995 Kia Retona
To start off, 2006 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Kia Retona would be higher. At 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Wrangler (147 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1995 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 419 kg more than 2006 Jeep Wrangler.
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 Jeep Wrangler (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jeep Wrangler | 1995 Kia Retona | |
Make | Jeep | Kia |
Model | Wrangler | Retona |
Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2425 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 147 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2370 mm |