1997 Kia Retona vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Retona would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1997 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Retona weights approximately 166 kg more than 2011 Ford Falcon.
Because 1997 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2011 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Retona. (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Retona. 2011 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 1997 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 1997 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Retona | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Retona | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2838 mm |
