1998 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daewoo Nubira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daewoo Nubira would be higher. Both 1998 Daewoo Nubira and 2005 Ford Focus are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (136 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 Daewoo Nubira. (134 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1998 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 2 kg more than 1998 Daewoo Nubira. 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, 1998 Daewoo Nubira (184 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (171 Nm). This means 1998 Daewoo Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daewoo Nubira | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Nubira | Focus |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 53 L |
