2001 Daewoo Magnus vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daewoo Magnus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daewoo Magnus would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daewoo Magnus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Daewoo Magnus. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2001 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 84 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daewoo Magnus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daewoo Magnus | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Magnus | Focus |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
