1999 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 111 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Ford Focus (178 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Focus | 2009 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Focus | i30 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
