1995 Kia Retona vs. 2012 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Kia Retona would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1995 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 296 kg more than 2012 Ford Transit Connect.
Because 1995 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1995 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. 2012 Ford Transit Connect has automatic transmission and 1995 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 1995 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Kia Retona | 2012 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Retona | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2911 mm |
