2002 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Kia Retona
To start off, 2004 Kia Retona is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (131 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 638 kg more than 2002 Ford Focus.
Because 2004 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Focus | 2004 Kia Retona | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Focus | Retona |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |