2004 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Kia Carens
To start off, 2009 Kia Carens is newer by 5 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 (136 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carens weights approximately 131 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
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, 2009 Kia Carens (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (162 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Kia Carens | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Focus | Carens |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |