1999 Daewoo Leganza vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daewoo Leganza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daewoo Leganza would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daewoo Leganza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (134 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Daewoo Leganza. (131 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1999 Daewoo Leganza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 231 kg more than 1999 Daewoo Leganza. 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, 2007 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daewoo Leganza. (204 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daewoo Leganza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daewoo Leganza | 2007 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Leganza | Focus |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
