2001 Daewoo Tacuma vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daewoo Tacuma would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daewoo Tacuma weights approximately 145 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Ford Focus (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Daewoo Tacuma | 2006 Ford Focus | |
Make | Daewoo | Ford |
Model | Tacuma | Focus |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1759 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 88 mm |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1213 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |