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Compare Ford Focus Sedan vs Kia Spectra

Ford Focus Sedan
2018 Ford Focus Sedan
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$17,950
Starting Price (MSRP)
6.9
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Kia Spectra
2009 Kia Spectra
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$13,550
Starting Price (MSRP)
N/A
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Overview

Engine
2.0L Inline-4 Gas
Engine
2.0L Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
5-Speed Manual
6-Speed Automatic (+$1,095)
Transmission
5-Speed Manual
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 25 MPG
Hwy: 34 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 23 MPG
Hwy: 30 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
12.4 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Trunk Volume
13.2 ft³
Trunk Volume
12.2 ft³

Photos

Ford Focus Sedan
2015-2018 Ford Focus Sedan Rear Three-Quarter Left Side View
2015-2018 Ford Focus Sedan Dashboard
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Kia Spectra
2006-2009 Kia Spectra Rear Angle View
2006-2009 Kia Spectra Front Seats
15
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
2.0L Inline-4 Gas
2.0L Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
160 hp @ 6500 rpm
138 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque
146 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm
136 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm
Transmission
5-Speed Manual
6-Speed Automatic (+$1,095)
5-Speed Manual
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Front-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
2,935 lbs
2,701 lbs
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
28 MPG
26 MPG
City
25 MPG
23 MPG
Highway
34 MPG
30 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
6.3 Tons/yr
N/A
EPA rating
N/A
7

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
12.4 gallons
14 gallons
Cruising Range City
310 miles
322 miles
Cruising Range Highway
421.6 miles
420 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
178.5 in
177.2 in
Height
57.7 in
57.9 in
Max Width
71.8 in
68.3 in
Front Width
61.2 in
58.9 in
Rear Width
60.4 in
58.5 in
Wheelbase
104.3 in
102.8 in
Ground Clearance
N/A
6.3 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
41.9 in
42.8 in
Front Seat Headroom
38.3 in
40 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
55.6 in
55.1 in
Front Seat Hip Room
53.9 in
52.4 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
33.2 in
35.4 in
Rear Seat Headroom
38 in
38.2 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
53.7 in
53.9 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
52.7 in
53.9 in

Cargo Space

Trunk Volume
13.2 ft³
12.2 ft³

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Pwr Rack & Pinion
Turning Diameter
36 ft
33.3 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Steel Wheels
Steel Wheels
Front Wheel Size
15" x 5.5"
15" x TBD
Rear Wheel Size
15" x 5.5"
15" x TBD

Suspension

Front Suspension
Strut
Independent
Rear Suspension
Short And Long Arm
Independent

Tires

Front Tire
P195/65HR15
P195/60R15
Rear Tire
P195/65HR15
P195/60R15
Spare Tire
Compact
N/A

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Ingot Silver Metallic
  • Magnetic Metallic
  • Oxford White
  • Shadow Black
N/A

Standard Interior Materials

N/A
  • Gray, cloth seat trim

Features and Options

Infotainment

Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Not Available
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Not Available
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Not Available

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Standard

Comfort

Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Not Available
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Not Available
A/C
Standard
Optional
Keyless Entry
Standard
Not Available
Remote Engine Start
Optional
Not Available
Remote Trunk Release
Not Available
Standard
Telematics
Standard
Not Available

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Not Available
ABS
Standard
Not Available
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Not Available
Stability Control
Standard
Not Available
Traction Control
Standard
Not Available

US NHTSA Crash Test Result

Overall Rating
N/A
Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
N/A
Side Crash Rating
N/A
Rollover Rating
N/A

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Corrosion
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
5 Years / 100,000 Miles
Drivetrain
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
10 Years / 100,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance Note
N/A
24-hour roadside assistance
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