2004 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, both 2004 Ford Focus and 2004 Hyundai Sonata were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Sonata (131 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 63 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Ford Focus (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. 2004 Hyundai Sonata has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Hyundai Sonata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2004 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Focus | Sonata |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |