2007 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Daewoo Lacetti
To start off, 2012 Daewoo Lacetti 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Daewoo Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daewoo Lacetti (108 HP) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (99 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daewoo Lacetti should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Daewoo Lacetti weights approximately 105 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus. 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, 2012 Daewoo Lacetti (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Daewoo Lacetti 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 Lacetti | |
| Make | Ford | Daewoo |
| Model | Focus | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
