2003 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Kia Rio
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rio (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2003 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Focus weights approximately 110 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio.
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, 2007 Kia Rio (127 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Focus. 2007 Kia Rio has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Focus | 2007 Kia Rio | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Focus | Rio |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |