2002 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 7 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 158 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, 2009 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Focus | 2009 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Focus | Cee'd |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |