1998 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 8 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 (129 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 885 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus.
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 (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Focus | 2006 Kia Picanto | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Focus | Picanto |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 15.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |