2005 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2010 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 5 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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai ix35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai ix35 (133 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai ix35 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 8 kg more than 2010 Hyundai ix35.
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 Ford Focus (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai ix35. (164 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai ix35.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2010 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Focus | ix35 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
