2004 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Kia Spectra
To start off, 2008 Kia Spectra is newer by 4 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Spectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Spectra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Spectra should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Spectra weights approximately 268 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, 2008 Kia Spectra (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (166 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Spectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2008 Kia Spectra | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Focus | Spectra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| 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 | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
