2009 BMW 128 vs. 1996 Kia Retona
To start off, 2009 BMW 128 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Retona would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 128 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1996 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Retona.
Because 1996 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 128. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2009 BMW 128 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 128 | 1996 Kia Retona | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 128 | Retona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2370 mm |
