1998 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Kia Rio
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Focus weights approximately 42 kg more than 2011 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 (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 2011 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Focus | Rio |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1073 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
