2007 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1996 Kia Retona
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Retona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Retona weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Spark | 1996 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Spark | Retona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2370 mm |
