1998 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1998 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 569 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 79 L |
