2002 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2008 Kia Sedona is newer by 6 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sedona (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sedona weights approximately 91 kg more than 2002 Ford Focus. 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, 2008 Kia Sedona (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus. 2008 Kia Sedona 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. 2008 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 2008 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Focus | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
