1998 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i30 is newer by 12 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 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 67 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 (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 2010 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Focus | i30 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |
