2004 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Kia Carens
To start off, 2007 Kia Carens is newer by 3 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), 2007 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Carens (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carens weights approximately 239 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, 2007 Kia Carens (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Kia Carens | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Focus | Carens |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |