2008 Ford Edge vs. 2001 Kia Retona
To start off, 2008 Ford Edge is newer by 7 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2001 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Retona weights approximately 763 kg more than 2008 Ford Edge.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Retona. 2008 Ford Edge 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. 2008 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Edge | 2001 Kia Retona | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Edge | Retona |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |