2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2002 Kia Retona
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 4 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 4,800 cc, 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2002 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Retona weights approximately 794 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2002 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Express | 2002 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Express | Retona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2370 mm |
