2008 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe

To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 383 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Ford Focus 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
Make Ford Hyundai
Model Focus Santa Fe
Year Released 2008 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1560 cc 2655 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 90 HP 186 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 215 Nm 248 Nm
Torque RPM 1850 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 73 mm 86.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.3:1 10.4:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 174 km/hour 190 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 13.1 seconds 10 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1362 kg 1745 kg
Vehicle Length 4340 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1610 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.8 L/100km 10.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 75 L


 

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