1998 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1998 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 416 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Ford | Xedos |
| Model | Focus | 9 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1169 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
