2005 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daewoo Kalos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daewoo Kalos would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 351 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. 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, 2007 Ford Focus (251 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Daewoo Kalos | 2007 Ford Focus | |
Make | Daewoo | Ford |
Model | Kalos | Focus |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |