2011 Hyundai H1 vs. 2012 Ford Focus

To start off, 2012 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Hyundai H1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Hyundai H1 would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai H1 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Ford Focus. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai H1 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Focus.

Let's talk about torque, 2011 Hyundai H1 (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Focus. 2012 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 2011 Hyundai H1 has manual transmission. 2011 Hyundai H1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Hyundai H1 2012 Ford Focus
Make Hyundai Ford
Model H1 Focus
Year Released 2011 2012
Body Type Van Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2359 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 169 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 224 Nm 198 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 4450 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed automated manual
Number of Seats 9 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5130 mm 4359 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1824 mm
Vehicle Height 1940 mm 1468 mm
Wheelbase Size 3210 mm 2649 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 47 L