2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2001 Kia Retona
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento 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 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 115 kg more than 2001 Kia Retona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2001 Kia Retona | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Sorento | Retona |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 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 | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1985 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2370 mm |