1998 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2004 Opel Zafira is newer by 6 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Opel Zafira. (127 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 253 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 (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Zafira. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 2004 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Focus | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
