2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1996 Kia Retona
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (211 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1996 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Retona weights approximately 350 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Because 1996 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Mustang. 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 Mustang (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1996 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Mustang | Retona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2370 mm |
