2005 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Getz 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 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Getz. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 284 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Getz. 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 Ford Focus (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Getz. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2011 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Focus | Getz |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
