2009 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Daewoo Nubira
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Daewoo Nubira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Daewoo Nubira would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daewoo Nubira (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daewoo Nubira weights approximately 18 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Nubira. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Nubira. 2008 Daewoo Nubira has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Daewoo Nubira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford Focus | 2008 Daewoo Nubira | |
Make | Ford | Daewoo |
Model | Focus | Nubira |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |