2004 Ford Focus vs. 2013 Kia Forte
To start off, 2013 Kia Forte is newer by 9 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Forte (154 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 146 kg more than 2013 Kia Forte.
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, 2013 Kia Forte (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (162 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2013 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Focus | Forte |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.6 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
