2002 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Daewoo Nubira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Daewoo Nubira would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Nubira. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 55 kg more than 2002 Daewoo Nubira. 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, 2004 Ford Focus (170 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Nubira. (150 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Nubira | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Nubira | Focus |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 170 Nm |
| 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 | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
