2003 Ford Focus vs. 1998 Honda Legend
To start off, 2003 Ford Focus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Legend (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2003 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Legend weights approximately 525 kg more than 2003 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, 1998 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Focus. 1998 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Focus | 1998 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | Legend |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
