2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2007 Kia Sportage and 2007 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 368 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.
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 Sportage (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus. 2007 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2007 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 2007 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Sportage | Focus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
