2009 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, both 2009 Ford Focus and 2009 Hyundai Sonata were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 3850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 146 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
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 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (219 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. 2009 Hyundai Sonata 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 Sonata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford Focus | 2009 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Focus | Sonata |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 3850 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1119 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |