1993 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Kia Retona
To start off, 2003 Kia Retona is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1993 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Retona weights approximately 805 kg more than 1993 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Escort | 2003 Kia Retona | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Escort | Retona |
Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.3 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |