2002 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i30 is newer by 8 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (170 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Focus weights approximately 42 kg more than 2010 Hyundai i30. 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 (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 2010 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Focus | i30 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
