2008 Daewoo Lacetti vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daewoo Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 310 kg more than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti. 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, 2008 Daewoo Lacetti (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Daewoo Lacetti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daewoo Lacetti | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Lacetti | Focus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1387 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
