2004 Ford Focus vs. 2001 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (144 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Sonata. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 207 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
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, 2004 Ford Focus (202 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Sonata. (180 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2001 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Focus | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1221 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |
