2009 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai i30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai i30 would be higher. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai i30 (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 97 kg more than 2008 Hyundai i30.
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 (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2008 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Focus | i30 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |
