1998 Ford Focus vs. 1998 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, both 1998 Ford Focus and 1998 Nissan Terrano II were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 507 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus.
Because 1998 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Terrano II will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Focus | 1998 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Focus | Terrano II |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |