2005 Kia Picanto vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Picanto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Picanto would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 416 kg more than 2005 Kia Picanto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Ford Focus (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Picanto. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Picanto | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Kia | Ford |
Model | Picanto | Focus |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1084 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |