1993 Ford Sierra vs. 2004 Kia Retona
To start off, 2004 Kia Retona is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Sierra would be higher. Both 1993 Ford Sierra and 2004 Kia Retona are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Sierra (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 694 kg more than 1993 Ford Sierra.
Because 2004 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Sierra. (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Sierra | 2004 Kia Retona | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Sierra | Retona |
Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |