2005 Ford F-150 vs. 1996 Kia Retona
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 9 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 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1996 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1996 Kia Retona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford F-150. 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (342 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Retona. 2005 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1996 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 1996 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-150 | 1996 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | F-150 | Retona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2370 mm |
