2008 Ford Focus vs. 1998 Nissan Rasheen

To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 198 kg more than 1998 Nissan Rasheen.

Because 1998 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Rasheen will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Ford Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Rasheen. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Rasheen. 1998 Nissan Rasheen has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Nissan Rasheen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Ford Focus 1998 Nissan Rasheen
Make Ford Nissan
Model Focus Rasheen
Year Released 2008 1998
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1560 cc 1497 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 90 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 215 Nm 138 Nm
Torque RPM 1850 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1362 kg 1164 kg
Vehicle Length 4340 mm 4120 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1610 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2440 mm


 

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