2005 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Hyundai Terracan

To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Terracan (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 887 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Focus 2004 Hyundai Terracan
Make Ford Hyundai
Model Focus Terracan
Year Released 2005 2004
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1388 cc 2902 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 79 HP 165 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 128 Nm 345 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76 mm 97.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76.5 mm 98 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 18.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1275 kg 2162 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 75 L


 

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