2006 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 is newer by 6 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i30. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 196 kg more than 2006 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, 2012 Hyundai i30 (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Focus | i30 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1213 kg | 1409 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |