2005 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Kia Rio
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Focus would be higher. Both 2005 Ford Focus and 2008 Kia Rio are equipped with a 1,399 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 92 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Kia Rio (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 2008 Kia Rio | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Focus | Rio |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 78.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1079 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |