1998 Ford Laser vs. 2002 Kia Retona
To start off, 2002 Kia Retona is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Laser (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2002 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Retona weights approximately 727 kg more than 1998 Ford Laser.
Because 2002 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Laser | 2002 Kia Retona | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Laser | Retona |
Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1872 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2370 mm |