2004 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon (144 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 58 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon.
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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (180 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2005 Hyundai Tiburon | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Focus | Tiburon |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
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 | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 180 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |