1998 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Honda Stream
To start off, 2012 Honda Stream is newer by 14 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Honda Stream. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Stream weights approximately 265 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 (178 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Stream. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Focus | 2012 Honda Stream | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Focus | Stream |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1169 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |