2004 Daewoo Lacetti vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Daewoo Lacetti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Daewoo Lacetti would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Daewoo Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daewoo Lacetti (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Lacetti should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 136 kg more than 2004 Daewoo Lacetti.
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 Daewoo Lacetti (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Daewoo Lacetti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daewoo Lacetti | 2008 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Lacetti | Focus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1171 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
