2002 Kia Retona vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Retona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Retona weights approximately 700 kg more than 2013 Ford Fiesta.
Because 2002 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Fiesta. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Retona | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Retona | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1872 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2489 mm |
