2006 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Kia Sedona
To start off, both 2006 Ford Focus and 2006 Kia Sedona were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sedona (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sedona weights approximately 824 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. 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 Kia Sedona (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2006 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Focus | Sedona |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 3786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |