2009 Ford Focus vs. 1998 Kia Joice
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Joice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Joice would be higher. At 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Joice (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Joice weights approximately 10 kg more than 2009 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, 1998 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1998 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Focus | Joice |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |
