1998 Ford Focus vs. 2001 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2001 Honda Mobilio is newer by 3 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 104 kg more 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 Ford Focus (160 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Focus | 2001 Honda Mobilio | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Focus | Mobilio |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |