2005 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Kia Forte
To start off, 2010 Kia Forte is newer by 5 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. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 4 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Kia Forte (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 2010 Kia Forte | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Focus | Forte |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1294 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4529 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |