1998 Ford Focus vs. 1998 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, both 1998 Ford Focus and 1998 Hyundai Sonata were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Sonata (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Focus.
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 Sonata (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus. 1998 Hyundai Sonata 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 Sonata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 1998 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Focus | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
