2005 Ford Ikon vs. 2005 Kia Retona
To start off, both 2005 Ford Ikon and 2005 Kia Retona were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ikon (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ikon should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 826 kg more than 2005 Ford Ikon.
Because 2005 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Ikon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Ikon | 2005 Kia Retona | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Ikon | Retona |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1870 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2370 mm |