2009 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1996 Kia Retona
To start off, 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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 2,777 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1996 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 160 kg more than 1996 Kia Retona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Jeep Wrangler (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Wrangler | 1996 Kia Retona | |
Make | Jeep | Kia |
Model | Wrangler | Retona |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2777 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |