1998 Ford Focus vs. 1995 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 2,861 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1998 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 95 kg more than 1998 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, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 1995 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Focus | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2861 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
