2006 Ford Focus vs. 2001 Kia Retona
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Retona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2001 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Retona weights approximately 155 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus.
Because 2001 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, 2001 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, 2001 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus. 2006 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 2001 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 2001 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2001 Kia Retona | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Focus | Retona |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 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 | 185 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2370 mm |