2004 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 2 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 605 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
Because 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Focus | Sportage |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 17.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2640 mm |