2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2011 Ford Focus
To start off, 2011 Ford Focus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 140 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 352 kg more than 2011 Ford Focus.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 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, both vehicles can yield 184 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2006 Kia Sportage | 2011 Ford Focus | |
Make | Kia | Ford |
Model | Sportage | Focus |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4445 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1722 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1488 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2614 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 51 L |