2001 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Atos is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Focus weights approximately 142 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Atos. 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, 2001 Ford Focus (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Focus | 2009 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Focus | Atos |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
