2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai i30 (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 39 kg more than 2004 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 i30 (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
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2009 Hyundai i30 | 2004 Ford Focus | |
Make | Hyundai | Ford |
Model | i30 | Focus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |