2004 Ford Falcon vs. 2003 Kia Retona
To start off, 2004 Ford Falcon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Retona would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2003 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Retona weights approximately 355 kg more than 2004 Ford Falcon.
Because 2003 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Falcon | 2003 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Falcon | Retona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2370 mm |
