2007 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 359 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus. 2005 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Focus | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Focus | Sportage |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |