2004 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd 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 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (108 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 37 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, 2004 Ford Focus (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2009 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Focus | Cee'd |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 74.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 11.7 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 | 1362 kg | 1399 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 53 L |