2007 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2012 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daewoo Kalos (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 71 kg more than 2012 Daewoo Kalos.
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, 2012 Daewoo Kalos (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Focus | 2012 Daewoo Kalos | |
Make | Ford | Daewoo |
Model | Focus | Kalos |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 77.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 11.1 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 | 1176 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |