2009 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Accent.
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 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2006 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Focus | Accent |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 45 L |
