2004 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2010 Kia Sedona is newer by 6 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sedona (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sedona weights approximately 596 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, 2010 Kia Sedona (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (162 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus. 2010 Kia Sedona has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2010 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Focus | Sedona |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4811 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2891 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |