2009 Ford Focus vs. 2001 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Sephia II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Sephia II would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 3850 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Kia Sephia II. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 210 kg more than 2001 Kia Sephia II. 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, 2009 Ford Focus (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Sephia II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2001 Kia Sephia II | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Focus | Sephia II |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3850 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
