1998 Ford Focus vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 15 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1998 Ford Focus. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 635 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 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M 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, 2013 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Focus | 2013 Infiniti M | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Focus | M |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1827 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2900 mm |