2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1995 Kia Retona
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Kia Retona would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1995 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 572 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang.
Because 1995 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (447 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Retona. (205 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 1995 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Mustang | Retona |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
