2006 Ford Focus vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 7 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 283 kg more than 2013 Kia Sportage.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Focus | Sportage |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1432 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |