2005 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Terracan 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 880 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus.
Because 2011 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, 2011 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, 2005 Ford Focus (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. 2011 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2011 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Focus | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
