1998 Ford Focus vs. 1996 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Rasheen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Rasheen. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 45 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus.
Because 1996 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Rasheen will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Ford Focus (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Rasheen. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Rasheen.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Focus | 1996 Nissan Rasheen | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Focus | Rasheen |
Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |