2007 Ford Focus vs. 2013 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 6 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, 2013 Hyundai Elantra (146 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2007 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, 2007 Ford Focus (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. (178 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 2013 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Focus | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
