2004 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 186 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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 (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Focus | Sportage |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1542 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |