2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Daewoo Kalos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Daewoo Kalos would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (136 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 343 kg more than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. 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, 2005 Ford Focus (171 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Daewoo Kalos | 2005 Ford Focus | |
Make | Daewoo | Ford |
Model | Kalos | Focus |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1148 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 171 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |