2008 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 2003 Kia Retona
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Retona would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2003 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Retona weights approximately 805 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz.
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, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (349 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Retona. 2008 Hyundai Veracruz has automatic transmission and 2003 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 2003 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai Veracruz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Hyundai Veracruz | 2003 Kia Retona | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Veracruz | Retona |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2370 mm |