2005 Kia Retona vs. 1994 Mercury Capri
To start off, 2005 Kia Retona is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mercury Capri would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercury Capri (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 790 kg more than 1994 Mercury Capri.
Because 2005 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mercury Capri. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Retona | 1994 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Kia | Mercury |
| Model | Retona | Capri |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
