2004 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Kia Carens
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (144 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 957 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
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, 2005 Kia Carens (245 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (202 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2005 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Focus | Carens |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1221 kg | 2178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
