2000 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Focus (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Lantra. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Focus weights approximately 245 kg more than 2000 Hyundai Lantra. 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, 2013 Ford Focus (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Lantra. 2013 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 2000 Hyundai Lantra has manual transmission. 2000 Hyundai Lantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Hyundai Lantra | 2013 Ford Focus | |
Make | Hyundai | Ford |
Model | Lantra | Focus |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4450 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4359 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2649 mm |