2008 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2010 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Daewoo Kalos. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2010 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 347 kg more than 2010 Daewoo Kalos. 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 Ford Focus (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 2010 Daewoo Kalos | |
Make | Ford | Daewoo |
Model | Focus | Kalos |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 77.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 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 | 1452 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |