2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 Kia Retona
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram 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 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 508 kg more than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Because 2004 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Ram. 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 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 622 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Ram | 2004 Kia Retona | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Ram | Retona |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6690 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 827 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2370 mm |