2004 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento 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 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 470 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (175 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento 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 Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Focus | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
