2005 Daewoo Evanda vs. 1998 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Evanda is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Evanda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Evanda. (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Evanda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Evanda weights approximately 305 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus.
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, 2005 Daewoo Evanda (183 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Evanda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Evanda | 1998 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Evanda | Focus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 53 L |
