2004 Ford Freestar vs. 1996 Kia Retona
To start off, 2004 Ford Freestar 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Freestar (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1996 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 69 kg more than 1996 Kia Retona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Freestar. 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, 2004 Ford Freestar (357 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Retona. (205 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Retona. 2004 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 1996 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 1996 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Freestar | 1996 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Freestar | Retona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2370 mm |
