2005 Ford Focus vs. 1998 Venturi 400
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Venturi 400 (396 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 285 kg more than 1998 Venturi 400.
Because 1998 Venturi 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Venturi 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 1998 Venturi 400 | |
Make | Ford | Venturi |
Model | Focus | 400 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2500 mm |