2006 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Kia Forte
To start off, 2010 Kia Forte is newer by 4 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 2,262 cc, 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (151 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Forte weights approximately 8 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 Ford Focus (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2010 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Focus | Forte |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2000 cc |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 52 L |
