2005 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Hyundai Accent
To start off, both 2005 Ford Focus and 2005 Hyundai Accent were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 8 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Accent. 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, 2005 Hyundai Accent (182 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 2005 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Focus | Accent |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 14 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1213 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |