1998 Ford Focus vs. 2001 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2001 Toyota Avalon 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Avalon (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1998 Ford Focus. (135 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 552 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.
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, 2001 Toyota Avalon (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (162 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus. 2001 Toyota Avalon 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. 2001 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 2001 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
