1998 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2008 Hyundai i20 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai i20. (77 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 1 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Ford Focus (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai i20. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Focus | 2008 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Focus | i20 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.4 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2525 mm |