2004 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Kia Rio
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 180 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio. 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, 2004 Ford Focus (166 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2007 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Focus | Rio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
