2000 Ford Focus vs. 1998 Acura EL
To start off, 2000 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura EL would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Focus weights approximately 121 kg more than 1998 Acura EL.
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, 2000 Ford Focus (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Focus | 1998 Acura EL | |
| Make | Ford | Acura |
| Model | Focus | EL |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2619 mm |
