2000 Daewoo Nubira vs. 1998 Ford Focus
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Nubira. (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daewoo Nubira weights approximately 146 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus.
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 Ford Focus (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Nubira. (144 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Daewoo Nubira | 1998 Ford Focus | |
Make | Daewoo | Ford |
Model | Nubira | Focus |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |