2000 Ford Focus vs. 1996 Hyundai Satellite
To start off, 2000 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Satellite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Satellite would be higher. At 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Satellite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Satellite (76 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Satellite should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 286 kg more than 2000 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Hyundai Satellite (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Satellite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Focus | 1996 Hyundai Satellite | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Focus | Satellite |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2820 mm |
