2009 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Hyundai Atos
To start off, both 2009 Ford Focus and 2009 Hyundai Atos were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (144 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 92 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
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 (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Atos. 2009 Hyundai Atos has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Atos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2009 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Focus | Atos |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 16.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
