2004 Ford Focus vs. 2000 Lada 112
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lada 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lada 112 would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lada 112 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lada 112 (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lada 112 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 145 kg more than 2000 Lada 112.
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 Ford Focus (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada 112. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada 112.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2000 Lada 112 | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Focus | 112 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2500 mm |
