2004 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i30. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 14 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, 2009 Hyundai i30 (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i30 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 i30 | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Focus | i30 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 17.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1409 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |