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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 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 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 386 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2009 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Focus | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1538 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
