2008 Hyundai Getz vs. 1999 Kia Retona
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Getz 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Getz (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1999 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Retona weights approximately 770 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Getz.
Because 1999 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Getz. 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, 1999 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Getz. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Getz | 1999 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Getz | Retona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2370 mm |
