2003 Ford Explorer vs. 1995 Kia Retona
To start off, 2003 Ford Explorer is newer by 8 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1995 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Explorer weights approximately 69 kg more than 1995 Kia Retona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Ford Explorer (335 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Explorer | 1995 Kia Retona | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Explorer | Retona |
Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2370 mm |