2009 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Kia Venga

To start off, 2010 Kia Venga is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2010 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Venga weights approximately 287 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 (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Venga. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Venga.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Ford Focus 2010 Kia Venga
Make Ford Kia
Model Focus Venga
Year Released 2009 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1999 cc 1396 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 140 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 184 Nm 137 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.5 mm 77 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.1 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 966 kg 1253 kg
Fuel Consumption City 9.8 L/100km 7.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.4 L/100km 6.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 51 L 48 L


 

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