2009 Ford Escape vs. 1998 Kia Retona
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Retona would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1998 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Retona weights approximately 904 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
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, 1998 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Escape | 1998 Kia Retona | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Escape | Retona |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |