2006 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, both 2006 Ford Focus and 2006 Kia Sportage were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 285 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.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage 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 Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Focus | Sportage |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |