2004 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 6 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Terracan (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 771 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Terracan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Hyundai Terracan (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (162 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus. 2010 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2010 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Focus | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
