2008 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Kia Optima
To start off, 2009 Kia Optima is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Optima (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2008 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, 2008 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Optima. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 2009 Kia Optima | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Focus | Optima |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 62 L |