2007 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1998 Kia Retona
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 9 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Terracan (149 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1998 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 285 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, 2007 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Retona. 2007 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 1998 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 1998 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Terracan | 1998 Kia Retona | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Terracan | Retona |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |