2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2001 Kia Retona
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Retona would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2001 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 702 kg more than 2001 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (476 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Retona. (205 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Retona. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2001 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 2001 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Expedition | 2001 Kia Retona | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Expedition | Retona |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 476 Nm | 205 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2370 mm |