2004 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Hyundai i20

To start off, 2009 Hyundai i20 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 130 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i20. 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, 2009 Hyundai i20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i20 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 i20
Make Ford Hyundai
Model Focus i20
Year Released 2004 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1599 cc 1396 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 135 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 178 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.3 mm 79 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 17:01
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 188 km/hour 163 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.9 seconds 16 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1356 kg 1226 kg
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 3940 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2525 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 4 L/100km 3.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 6.2 L/100km 5.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.8 L/100km 4.2 L/100km