2009 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i30 (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster 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 (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 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 2012 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Focus | i30 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
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 | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |