2007 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Cerato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Cerato would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Cerato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Cerato (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 51 kg more than 2004 Kia Cerato.
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 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Cerato. (193 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 2004 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Focus | Cerato |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
