2002 Ford Focus vs. 1999 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Hyundai Marcia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai Marcia would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Marcia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai Marcia (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Marcia weights approximately 75 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Ford Focus (325 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Marcia. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Marcia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 1999 Hyundai Marcia | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Focus | Marcia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
