1998 Ford Focus vs. 1998 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, both 1998 Ford Focus and 1998 Hyundai Marcia were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Marcia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Marcia (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Hyundai Marcia weights approximately 106 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, 1998 Hyundai Marcia (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Marcia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus. 1998 Hyundai Marcia has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 1998 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Hyundai Marcia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Focus | 1998 Hyundai Marcia | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Focus | Marcia |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |