2006 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Kia Visto
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Visto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Visto would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 622 kg more than 2004 Kia Visto. 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, 2006 Ford Focus (166 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2004 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Focus | Visto |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2390 mm |
