2006 Kia Sportage vs. 1997 Kia Retona
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Retona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1997 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 130 kg more than 1997 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 Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Retona. (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sportage | 1997 Kia Retona | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Sportage | Retona |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2370 mm |