1998 Ford Focus vs. 1999 Kia Joice
To start off, 1999 Kia Joice is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Joice (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1998 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Joice weights approximately 311 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1999 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus. 1999 Kia Joice has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 1998 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Kia Joice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 1999 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Focus | Joice |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
