2007 Ford Focus vs. 2001 Hyundai Terracan

To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Terracan (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 860 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Hyundai Terracan (333 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus. 2001 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Ford Focus 2001 Hyundai Terracan
Make Ford Hyundai
Model Focus Terracan
Year Released 2007 2001
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1596 cc 2902 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 104 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 333 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78 mm 97.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.6 mm 98 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1240 kg 2100 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 65 L


 

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