1998 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2007 Renault Trafic is newer by 9 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Trafic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Trafic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Trafic weights approximately 730 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, 2007 Renault Trafic (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Focus | 2007 Renault Trafic | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Focus | Trafic |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |