1998 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2008 Toyota Aygo is newer by 10 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), 1998 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (129 HP) has 76 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Focus weights approximately 279 kg more than 2008 Toyota Aygo. 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, 1998 Ford Focus (178 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 2008 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 15.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1169 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
