2005 Kia Sportage vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Focus (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 366 kg more than 2013 Ford Focus.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Kia Sportage (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sportage | 2013 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Sportage | Focus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4534 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 47 L |
