2002 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 580 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.
Because 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Focus | 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Focus | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 75 L |