2006 Ford Focus vs. 1995 Kia Retona
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 11 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1995 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 986 kg more than 1995 Kia Retona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Focus. 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, 1995 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 1995 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Focus | Retona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |
