2004 Ford GT vs. 1999 Kia Retona
To start off, 2004 Ford GT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Retona would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford GT (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 1999 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Retona weights approximately 350 kg more than 2004 Ford GT.
Because 1999 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 GT (679 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford GT | 1999 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | GT | Retona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |
