2000 Ford Equator vs. 1996 Kia Retona
To start off, 2000 Ford Equator is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Retona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Equator (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1996 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Equator should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Retona weights approximately 662 kg more than 2000 Ford Equator.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Kia Retona (205 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Equator. (160 Nm). This means 1996 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Equator. 2000 Ford Equator has automatic transmission and 1996 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 1996 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Equator | 1996 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Equator | Retona |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1787 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1870 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3260 mm | 2370 mm |
