2007 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 4 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai ix35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai ix35 (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai ix35 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 529 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 2011 Hyundai ix35 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, 2011 Hyundai ix35 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, 2011 Hyundai ix35 (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (156 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai ix35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 2011 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Focus | ix35 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
