2009 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 2 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sedona (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 664 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, 2009 Ford Focus (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sedona. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2007 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Focus | Sedona |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 13 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |