2009 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Kia Rio
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio is newer by 2 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2011 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Rio weights approximately 90 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rio. 2011 Kia Rio has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Rio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2011 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Focus | Rio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
