2004 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (144 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 103 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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 Sportage (251 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (202 Nm). This means 2009 Kia Sportage 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 Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Focus | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 58 L |
