2004 Ford Focus vs. 1998 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Prelude weights approximately 40 kg more than 2004 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 Prelude (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 1998 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Focus | Prelude |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |