2004 Ford Focus vs. 1999 Kia Joice
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Joice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Joice would be higher. At 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Joice (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Joice weights approximately 108 kg more than 2004 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, 1999 Kia Joice (188 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (174 Nm). This means 1999 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1999 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Focus | Joice |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
