2008 Hyundai Tucson vs. 1999 Kia Retona
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Tucson 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 Tucson (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1999 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Retona weights approximately 253 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Tucson.
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, 1999 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Tucson | 1999 Kia Retona | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Tucson | Retona |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2370 mm |