2004 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, both 2004 Ford Focus and 2004 Hyundai Elantra were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 197 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Elantra.
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 (240 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Elantra. (183 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2004 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Focus | Elantra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 183 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |