1998 Ford Focus vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2000 Subaru Impreza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 47 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus.
Because 2000 Subaru Impreza 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, 2000 Subaru Impreza 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 Ford Focus (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Focus | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Focus | Impreza |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |