2003 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daewoo Matiz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daewoo Matiz would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Matiz. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 285 kg more than 2003 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, 2008 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Matiz. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daewoo Matiz | 2008 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Matiz | Focus |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 51 L |
