2004 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 8 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 83 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (170 Nm). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Focus | Cee'd |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 255 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 53 L |