2005 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 is newer by 7 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 98 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus.
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 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Focus | i30 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1213 kg | 1311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |