Lanos T100 vs Focus sedan I: which is better?
Daewoo Lanos T100 (1997–2009) vs Ford Focus sedan I (1998–2005): specs, fuel economy, tax and common problems.
Daewoo Lanos T100
Ford Focus sedan ISpecifications
| Daewoo Lanos T100 | Ford Focus sedan I | |
|---|---|---|
| Production years | 1997–2009 | 1998–2005 |
| Body | sedan | sedan |
| Fuel | petrol | petrol |
| Engines | 1.5 | 1.6 Zetec |
| Power, up to | 86 hp | 100 hp |
| Torque, up to | 130 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Gearbox | manual | manual |
| Drive | front-wheel drive | front-wheel drive |
| Length | 4 237 mm | 4 362 mm |
| Width | 1 678 mm | 1 702 mm |
| Height | 1 432 mm | 1 430 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2 520 mm | 2 615 mm |
| Fuel tank | 48 L | 55 L |
| KZ tax 2026 (car under 10 years) | ≈ 8 650 ₸ | ≈ 13 675 ₸ |
The better value is highlighted in green.
Pros, cons and common problems
Daewoo Lanos T100
Pros
- Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available
Cons
- Modest power: up to 86 hp
Ford Focus sedan I
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
- Age: the last cars were built in 2005, condition is everything
Engine (Ford Duratec/Zetec/EcoBoost): on Duratec — timing belt and ignition coil wear; on EcoBoost — overheating and coolant leaks on the 1.6.
Which one to choose
- Lanos T100 — if you care more about: kz tax 2026.
- Focus sedan I — if you care more about: power, torque, 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: Lanos T100 or Focus sedan I?
Lanos T100: up to 86 hp, Focus sedan I: up to 100 hp.
What is the vehicle tax in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, for a car under 10 years old: Lanos T100 — about 8 650 ₸, Focus sedan I — about 13 675 ₸ (base engine). A 0.7 factor applies to cars aged 10–20 years and 0.5 to cars over 20.
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