2004 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Kia Amanti
To start off, both 2004 Ford Focus and 2004 Kia Amanti were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Amanti (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Amanti weights approximately 629 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, 2004 Kia Amanti (298 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (160 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Amanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2004 Kia Amanti | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Focus | Amanti |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 298 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1824 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |