2006 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Kia Spectra
To start off, 2007 Kia Spectra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Spectra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Spectra should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 1376 kg more than 2007 Kia Spectra.
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, 2007 Kia Spectra (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Spectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2007 Kia Spectra | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Focus | Spectra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 53 L |