2002 Ford Focus vs. 1998 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,437 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Previa weights approximately 285 kg more than 2002 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Ford Focus (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Focus | 1998 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Previa |
Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2437 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |