2002 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2001 Ford Focus
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Focus weights approximately 240 kg more than 2002 Daewoo Lanos. 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, 2001 Ford Focus (386 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Lanos | 2001 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Lanos | Focus |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1348 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2620 mm |
