2004 Ford Focus vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO 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 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia RIO (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia RIO should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 183 kg more than 2013 Kia RIO.
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, 2004 Ford Focus (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia RIO. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia RIO.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2013 Kia RIO | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Focus | RIO |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 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 | 1362 kg | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 43 L |
