2009 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Kia Forte
To start off, both 2009 Ford Focus and 2009 Kia Forte were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2009 Kia Forte. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Forte weights approximately 17 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Ford Focus (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Forte. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Forte. 2009 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Forte has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Forte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2009 Kia Forte | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Focus | Forte |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1297 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4481 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |