1998 Ford Focus vs. 1998 Ford Puma
To start off, both 1998 Ford Focus and 1998 Ford Puma were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1998 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Focus weights approximately 159 kg more than 1998 Ford Puma. 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, 1998 Ford Focus (178 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Puma. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Focus | 1998 Ford Puma | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Focus | Puma |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1169 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |