Amulet I (A15) vs Focus sedan II: which is better?
Chery Amulet I (A15) (2003–2012) vs Ford Focus sedan II (2004–2011): specs, fuel economy, tax and common problems.
Chery Amulet I (A15)
Ford Focus sedan IISpecifications
| Chery Amulet I (A15) | Ford Focus sedan II | |
|---|---|---|
| Production years | 2003–2012 | 2004–2011 |
| Body | sedan | sedan |
| Fuel | petrol | petrol |
| Engines | 1.6 | 1.6 Duratec |
| Power, up to | 94 hp | 100 hp |
| Torque, up to | — | 143 Nm |
| Gearbox | manual | manual |
| Drive | front-wheel drive | front-wheel drive |
| Length | 4 269 mm | 4 481 mm |
| Width | 1 690 mm | 1 839 mm |
| Height | 1 404 mm | 1 497 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2 471 mm | 2 640 mm |
| Fuel tank | 50 L | 55 L |
| KZ tax 2026 (car under 10 years) | ≈ 13 675 ₸ | ≈ 13 675 ₸ |
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Pros, cons and common problems
Chery Amulet I (A15)
Pros
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Cons
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Ford Focus sedan II
Pros
- Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available
Cons
- Ford Duratec/Zetec/EcoBoost engine: Duratec suffers timing belt and ignition coil wear
- Ford 6F35/6F50/4F27E gearbox: valve body and solenoid wear
Engine (Ford Duratec/Zetec/EcoBoost): on Duratec — timing belt and ignition coil wear; on EcoBoost — overheating and coolant leaks on the 1.6.
Gearbox (Ford 6F35/6F50/4F27E): valve body and solenoid wear; shift shocks.
Which one to choose
- Focus sedan II — if you care more about: power, wheelbase, fuel tank.
The condition of a specific car matters more than the model: check the service history and get the engine and gearbox inspected before buying.
FAQ
Which is more powerful: Amulet I (A15) or Focus sedan II?
Amulet I (A15): up to 94 hp, Focus sedan II: up to 100 hp.
What is the vehicle tax in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, for a car under 10 years old: Amulet I (A15) — about 13 675 ₸, Focus sedan II — about 13 675 ₸ (base engine). A 0.7 factor applies to cars aged 10–20 years and 0.5 to cars over 20.