1999 Ford Telstar vs. 1997 Kia Retona
To start off, 1999 Ford Telstar is newer by 2 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Telstar (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1997 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Retona weights approximately 595 kg more than 1999 Ford Telstar.
Because 1997 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Telstar. 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, 1999 Ford Telstar (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Retona. (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Telstar | 1997 Kia Retona | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Telstar | Retona |
Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |