2004 Ford Taurus vs. 1995 Kia Retona
To start off, 2004 Ford Taurus is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Kia Retona would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Taurus (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1995 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 285 kg more than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Because 1995 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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 Taurus (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Retona. 2004 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 1995 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 1995 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Taurus | 1995 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Taurus | Retona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |
