2004 Ford E-250 vs. 1997 Kia Retona
To start off, 2004 Ford E-250 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Retona would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1997 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-250 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1997 Kia Retona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-250 (389 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Retona. (206 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-250 | 1997 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | E-250 | Retona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2370 mm |
