1999 Kia Rio vs. 2012 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Ford Focus is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Rio would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Focus (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Focus weights approximately 379 kg more than 1999 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, 2012 Ford Focus (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Rio | 2012 Ford Focus | |
Make | Kia | Ford |
Model | Rio | Focus |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4450 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1324 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4359 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2649 mm |