2008 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Daewoo Matiz. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2008 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 284 kg more than 2008 Daewoo Matiz. 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, 2005 Ford Focus (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Matiz. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daewoo Matiz | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Matiz | Focus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 59 L |
