2009 Geely CK vs. 2002 Kia Retona
To start off, 2009 Geely CK is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Retona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Geely CK (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Geely CK should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Retona weights approximately 832 kg more than 2009 Geely CK.
Because 2002 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Geely CK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Geely CK. (128 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Geely CK. 2009 Geely CK has automatic transmission and 2002 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 2002 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Geely CK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Geely CK | 2002 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Geely | Kia |
| Model | CK | Retona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
