2004 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Atos is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 713 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 (174 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2005 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Focus | Atos |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 35 L |
