2004 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i40 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. Both 2004 Ford Focus and 2011 Hyundai i40 are equipped with a 1,999 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai i40 (173 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i40 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 180 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.
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, 2011 Hyundai i40 (213 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai i40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2011 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Focus | i40 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2770 mm |
