2008 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Elantra and 2008 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Elantra (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 13 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 Hyundai Elantra (236 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus. 2008 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai Elantra has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai Elantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Hyundai Elantra | 2008 Ford Focus | |
Make | Hyundai | Ford |
Model | Elantra | Focus |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |