2009 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
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 Rondo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Rondo would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (155 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus. 2007 Kia Rondo 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. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Focus | Rondo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |