2001 Ford Focus vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2001 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 140 kg more than 2001 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Focus | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Caldina |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |