1998 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 1389 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Focus | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Yaris |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 2581 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 42 L |