2008 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i20 is newer by 2 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i20.
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, 2010 Hyundai i20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 2010 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Focus | i20 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 17:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2525 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.7 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |