2005 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Hyundai Terracan

To start off, 2010 Hyundai Terracan 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (153 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Terracan. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 770 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus.

Because 2010 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, 2010 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, 2010 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 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 2010 Hyundai Terracan
Make Ford Hyundai
Model Focus Terracan
Year Released 2005 2010
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 2902 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 153 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 172 Nm 339 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 17.5:1 19.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1385 kg 2155 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 75 L