2004 Kia Retona vs. 2010 Ford Focus
To start off, 2010 Ford Focus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Retona would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 680 kg more than 2010 Ford Focus.
Because 2004 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Retona | 2010 Ford Focus | |
Make | Kia | Ford |
Model | Retona | Focus |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4445 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1722 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1488 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2614 mm |