2006 Ford Focus vs. 2001 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daewoo Magnus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daewoo Magnus would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daewoo Magnus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Daewoo Magnus. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2001 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 1500 kg more than 2001 Daewoo Magnus. 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, 2001 Daewoo Magnus (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Daewoo Magnus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2001 Daewoo Magnus | |
| Make | Ford | Daewoo |
| Model | Focus | Magnus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
