1998 Ford Focus vs. 1998 Mazda MPV
To start off, both 1998 Ford Focus and 1998 Mazda MPV were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda MPV (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1998 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda MPV weights approximately 646 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.
Because 1998 Mazda MPV is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Mazda MPV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mazda MPV (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Focus | 1998 Mazda MPV | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Focus | MPV |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2850 mm |