2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1999 Kia Retona
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Retona would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (216 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1999 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Retona.
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, 2007 Dodge Ram (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1999 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Ram | Retona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2370 mm |
