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 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 6 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (138 HP @ 3800 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 258 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 (305 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (202 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 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 305 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 17.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 53 L |