1998 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2011 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 13 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 257 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 (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. (161 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 2011 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
