2009 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Kia Sedona
To start off, both 2009 Ford Focus and 2009 Kia Sedona were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sedona (160 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sedona weights approximately 364 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 Kia Sedona (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2009 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Focus | Sedona |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1267 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |