2005 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Accent is newer by 6 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 98 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Accent.
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 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2011 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Focus | Accent |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1073 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
