1998 Ford Focus vs. 1998 Ford Taurus
To start off, both 1998 Ford Focus and 1998 Ford Taurus were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,964 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 1998 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 0 HP |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
