2002 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (170 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 293 kg more than 2002 Ford Focus.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Ford Focus (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage. 2006 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Focus | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
