2006 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Kia Rio
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Rio would be higher. At 2,522 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (222 HP) has 141 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Rio weights approximately 116 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus.
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 (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2005 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Focus | Rio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2522 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
