2006 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 610 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 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (306 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (155 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Focus | Sportage |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1830 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |