1998 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2005 Kia Pregio is newer by 7 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 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (135 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Kia Pregio. (81 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Pregio weights approximately 553 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus.
Because 2005 Kia Pregio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Kia Pregio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Kia Pregio (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (162 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Pregio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Focus | 2005 Kia Pregio | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Focus | Pregio |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1682 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |