2007 Hyundai Coupe vs. 2002 Kia Retona
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Retona would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Coupe (164 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2002 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Retona weights approximately 444 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Coupe.
Because 2002 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Hyundai Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2007 Hyundai Coupe (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Coupe | 2002 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Coupe | Retona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2370 mm |
