2004 Ford Focus vs. 2001 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Pride Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Pride Wagon would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2001 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 457 kg more than 2001 Kia Pride Wagon. 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, 2004 Ford Focus (174 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Pride Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2001 Kia Pride Wagon | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Focus | Pride Wagon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2350 mm |
