2008 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, both 2008 Ford Focus and 2008 Hyundai Veracruz were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (171 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 285 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz.
Because 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz 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, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (196 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus. 2008 Hyundai Veracruz has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai Veracruz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2008 Hyundai Veracruz | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Focus | Veracruz |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 78 L |
