1999 Ford Focus vs. 1998 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1999 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Camry. (126 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Camry weights approximately 175 kg more than 1999 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 Toyota Camry (188 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Focus | 1998 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Camry |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |