2007 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Kia Spectra
To start off, 2009 Kia Spectra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,522 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (223 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2009 Kia Spectra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Spectra weights approximately 123 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus.
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 (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Spectra. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 2009 Kia Spectra | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Focus | Spectra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2522 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |
