Especificaciones y análisis del Ford Focus
Power
101HP
Torque
145Nm
Consumption
7.8l/100
Emissions
-g/km
0-100 km/h
12.2s
Top Speed
173km/h
Weight
1189kg
Price
17,150€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Automático 4v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
350 L
55 L
74 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Ford Focus 5p Trend 1.6 Aut. · 101 CV (1998-2005)
General description
The 1998 Ford Focus was not just a car, it was a revolution. It arrived to break molds, to show that a family compact could be exciting and bold. With its 'New Edge' design and a promise of unprecedented dynamism, it changed the rules of the game and left an indelible mark on the heart of a generation.
Driving experience
Getting behind the wheel is like traveling back to a time when the connection with the road was paramount. Its 101 horsepower doesn't seek records, but the 1.6-liter engine feels willing and full of life. The real magic lies in its chassis. Every curve becomes an invitation to enjoyment, with an agility and precision that embarrassed more expensive rivals. The 4-speed automatic transmission, although it may seem archaic today, offered a smooth ride for daily use, making every journey a pleasant and surprisingly fun experience.
Design and aesthetics
Visually, the Focus was a statement. It abandoned the conservative shapes of its predecessor to embrace the 'New Edge' language, a symphony of sharp edges and tense curves that gave it a unique and futuristic personality. Inside, the audacity continued with an asymmetrical and ergonomic dashboard that enveloped the driver. It wasn't just a car, it was a moving sculpture, a design manifesto that still feels fresh and brave.
Technology and features
The Focus's technology wasn't in the screens, but in the metal. Its greatest innovation was a superb chassis with advanced suspension that redefined dynamic behavior in its segment. The aluminum engine was robust and reliable, and although the indirect injection and torque converter gearbox were conventional, the whole package was tuned to offer a superior driving experience. It was technology at the service of driving pleasure, not entertainment.
Competition
In a market dominated by the sobriety of the Volkswagen Golf IV and the solidity of the Opel Astra, the Ford Focus burst onto the scene like a whirlwind of fresh air. It faced them without complexes, offering a design that left no one indifferent and, above all, a driving experience that none could match. It was the rival that forced all the others to step up their game in terms of dynamism and character.
Conclusion
The first Ford Focus is much more than a late 90s car; it's an icon. It represents the proof that brilliant engineering and passionate design can create an affordable and memorable product. It left a legacy of dynamism and bravery that endures to this day, establishing itself as one of the most influential and beloved compacts in automotive history. A future classic that is already winning hearts.