2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 2004 Kia Retona
To start off, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Retona would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 403 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 754 kg more than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500.
Because 2004 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (480 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 2004 Kia Retona | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Shelby GT 500 | Retona |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |