2009 Hyundai i10 vs. 1995 Kia Retona
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i10 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Kia Retona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i10. (66 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 870 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai i10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i10. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai i10 | 1995 Kia Retona | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | i10 | Retona |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2370 mm |