2007 Kia Sedona vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Focus (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 779 kg more than 2013 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 Kia Sedona (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus. 2007 Kia Sedona has automatic transmission and 2013 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2013 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Kia Sedona | 2013 Ford Focus | |
Make | Kia | Ford |
Model | Sedona | Focus |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4450 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1321 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4534 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 47 L |