2008 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 1999 Kia Retona
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Retona would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1999 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Retona weights approximately 609 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Because 1999 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt | 1999 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Cobalt | Retona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
