2004 Kia Retona vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 9 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 225 kg more than 2013 Ford Mustang.
Because 2004 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Mustang. 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Retona.
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2004 Kia Retona | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Kia | Ford |
Model | Retona | Mustang |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 529 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |