2008 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Hyundai H100

To start off, both 2008 Ford Focus and 2008 Hyundai H100 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,607 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai H100 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai H100 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus.

Because 2008 Hyundai H100 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Hyundai H100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Ford Focus (321 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai H100. (167 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai H100.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Ford Focus 2008 Hyundai H100
Make Ford Hyundai
Model Focus H100
Year Released 2008 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 2607 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 85 HP
Torque 321 Nm 167 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 91.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 100 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1000 kg 1490 kg
Vehicle Length 5130 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2450 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.6 L/100km 11.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 55 L


 

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