2004 Ford Focus vs. 1996 Kia Retona
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Retona would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1996 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Retona weights approximately 475 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
Because 1996 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 1996 Kia Retona | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Focus | Retona |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2370 mm |