2004 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 5 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), 2009 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Elantra (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 186 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Hyundai Elantra (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (166 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2009 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Focus | Elantra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1058 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |