2006 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Accent is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Accent (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 613 kg more than 2010 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, 2006 Ford Focus (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Accent. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2010 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Focus | Accent |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1102 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4115 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1699 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 43 L |
