2007 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Kia Rio
To start off, both 2007 Ford Focus and 2007 Kia Rio were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 166 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio. 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, 2007 Ford Focus (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Focus | 2007 Kia Rio | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Focus | Rio |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1213 kg | 1047 kg |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |