2000 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2003 Ford Focus
To start off, 2003 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daewoo Lanos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daewoo Lanos would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daewoo Lanos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daewoo Lanos (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2003 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Lanos should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Focus weights approximately 155 kg more than 2000 Daewoo Lanos.
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, 2000 Daewoo Lanos (145 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Focus. (125 Nm). This means 2000 Daewoo Lanos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Lanos | 2003 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Lanos | Focus |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
