2007 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 476 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus.
Because 2009 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2009 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (245 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 2009 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Focus | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 16.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1781 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
