1998 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 7 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 233 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus.
Because 2005 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Mazda Tribute (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Focus | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Focus | Tribute |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |