1996 Ford Probe vs. 1999 Kia Retona
To start off, 1999 Kia Retona is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Probe would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Probe (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Retona weights approximately 650 kg more than 1996 Ford Probe.
Because 1999 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Probe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Probe. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Probe | 1999 Kia Retona | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Probe | Retona |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 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 | 172 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |