2001 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 2011 Ford Focus
To start off, 2011 Ford Focus is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Pride Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Pride Wagon would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2001 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Focus weights approximately 370 kg more than 2001 Kia Pride Wagon. 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, 2011 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Pride Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Kia Pride Wagon | 2011 Ford Focus | |
Make | Kia | Ford |
Model | Pride Wagon | Focus |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4445 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1722 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1488 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2614 mm |