2005 Ford Escape vs. 1995 Kia Retona
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 10 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 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1995 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 392 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape.
Because 1995 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Escape. 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, 2005 Ford Escape (206 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Retona. (205 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 1995 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Escape | Retona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |
