2004 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2002 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 2 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Focus weights approximately 422 kg more than 2004 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 (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daewoo Matiz | 2002 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Matiz | Focus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2620 mm |
