1998 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Kia Rio
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Focus weights approximately 144 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio. 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, 1998 Ford Focus (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 2005 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Focus | Rio |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
