1998 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 13 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 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (108 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 19 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 (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Focus | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |
