1998 Ford Focus vs. 2002 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2002 Kia Sportage is newer by 4 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sportage weights approximately 214 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus.
Because 2002 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sportage 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, 2002 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Focus | 2002 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Focus | Sportage |
Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.1 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1458 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |