1998 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda FR-V is newer by 11 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 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Honda FR-V. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda FR-V weights approximately 392 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 (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda FR-V. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 2009 Honda FR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | FR-V |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 94.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.4 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1466 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
