2004 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i20 is newer by 7 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 58 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i20. (77 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 271 kg more than 2011 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, 2004 Ford Focus (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i20. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2011 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Focus | i20 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1085 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 | 4 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |