2002 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Daewoo Matiz
To start off, 2010 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Daewoo Matiz. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2010 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Focus weights approximately 323 kg more than 2010 Daewoo Matiz. 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, 2002 Ford Focus (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daewoo Matiz. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 2010 Daewoo Matiz | |
| Make | Ford | Daewoo |
| Model | Focus | Matiz |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 871 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
