2006 Kia Sorento vs. 1998 Kia Retona
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento 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. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1998 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 130 kg more than 1998 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 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sorento | 1998 Kia Retona | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Sorento | Retona |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2370 mm |