2008 Kia Rio vs. 2001 Kia Retona
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Retona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Retona weights approximately 726 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Rio | 2001 Kia Retona | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Rio | Retona |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1144 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2370 mm |