2006 Ford Focus vs. 1998 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Plymouth Breeze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Plymouth Breeze would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Plymouth Breeze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Plymouth Breeze (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Plymouth Breeze weights approximately 48 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Plymouth Breeze. (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Plymouth Breeze.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 1998 Plymouth Breeze | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | Focus | Breeze |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 79 L |