2006 Ford Focus vs. 1997 Kia Retona
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Retona would be higher. Both 2006 Ford Focus and 1997 Kia Retona are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1997 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Retona weights approximately 155 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus.
Because 1997 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, 1997 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, 1997 Kia Retona (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 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 | 1997 Kia Retona | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Focus | Retona |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2370 mm |