2005 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (136 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 415 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus.
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, 2008 Hyundai Trajet (255 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (171 Nm). This means 2008 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2008 Hyundai Trajet | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Focus | Trajet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1713 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |
