2009 BMW 535 vs. 2004 Kia Retona
To start off, 2009 BMW 535 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Retona would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 535 (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 135 kg more than 2009 BMW 535.
Because 2004 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 535. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 535 | 2004 Kia Retona | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 535 | Retona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2370 mm |
