2004 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Daewoo Lanos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Daewoo Lanos would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 140 kg more than 2004 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, 2009 Ford Focus (155 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daewoo Lanos | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Lanos | Focus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
