2005 Ford Focus vs. 2003 Kia Retona
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Retona would be higher. Both 2005 Ford Focus and 2003 Kia Retona are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2003 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Retona weights approximately 657 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus.
Because 2003 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 2003 Kia Retona | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Focus | Retona |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1213 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |