2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1996 Kia Retona
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram 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 6,688 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1996 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1279 kg more than 1996 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 622 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Ram | 1996 Kia Retona | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Ram | Retona |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6688 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 827 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3149 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2370 mm |