2008 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i30 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai i30 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 9 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, 2008 Ford Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i30. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 2010 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Focus | i30 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1371 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 53 L |