1998 Ford Focus vs. 2002 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2002 Lancia Thesis is newer by 4 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Thesis (213 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1998 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 635 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, 2002 Lancia Thesis (263 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus. 2002 Lancia Thesis 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. 2002 Lancia Thesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 2002 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Focus | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
