2010 Hyundai ix20 vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2010 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai ix20. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai ix20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai ix20 weights approximately 93 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Ford Focus (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai ix20. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai ix20. 2007 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 2010 Hyundai ix20 has manual transmission. 2010 Hyundai ix20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Hyundai ix20 | 2007 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Hyundai | Ford |
| Model | ix20 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17:01 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1268 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1765 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2615 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
