2012 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Hyundai ix20
To start off, both 2012 Ford Focus and 2012 Hyundai ix20 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Focus (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai ix20. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai ix20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Focus weights approximately 69 kg more than 2012 Hyundai ix20. 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, 2012 Ford Focus (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai ix20. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai ix20. 2012 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 2012 Hyundai ix20 has manual transmission. 2012 Hyundai ix20 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:
| 2012 Ford Focus | 2012 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Focus | ix20 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4450 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1337 kg | 1268 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.4 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
