Ford Focus 1998 1.8 TDdi

Ford Focus 1998 1.8 diesel description

Sedan Ford Focus 1998 1.8 TDdi has been produced from June, 1999 to October, 2001. It has four-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 1.8 litres, which produces power of 90 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 200 Nm (Newton metres) on 2000 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 8-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt and chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system and turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 2 and Euro 3 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 270 up to 450 thousand kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs 
This Ford Focus 1.8 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5.75 litres.

Ford Focus 1998 1.8 TDdi has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Ford Focus 1998 1.8 TDdi accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 12.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 180 km/h.

Ford Focus 1998 1.8 TDdi fuel consumption is 5.4 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (18.5 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient Ford Focus 1998 - 2001 version, fuel consumption in city - 7.1 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 4.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 55 litres or 14.53 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1000 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1300 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Ford real everyday fuel consumption is 6.1 litres per 100 km, which is 13% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Ford Focus fuel consumption.

Ford Focus safety

During safety testing Ford Focus has obtained 4 stars from five, which means good safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Ford Focus is evaluated with four stars, and for pedestrian protection Ford Focus got two stars.

Ford Focus 1998

Ford Focus 1998 1.8 TDdi technical data

Model: Ford Focus 1.8 TDdi
Body style: Sedan
Production period: 1999. June ... 2001. October 
Engine: 1753 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 143 g/km
Power: 90 HP ON 4000 RPM Torque: 200 NM ON 2000 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Top speed: 180 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 12.5 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 5.4 (combined) 7.1 (urban) 4.2 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 6.1 l/100km (38.6 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 55 litres (14.5 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.36m (length) 1.70m (width) 1.43m (height)
Turning diameter: 10.9 meters
Seats: 5 seats
Trunk capacity: 490 litres
Gross weight: 1715 kg

Ford Focus 1998 1.8 TDdi engine C9DA

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 270,000 to 450,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
Engine displacement 1753 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 82.5 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 82 mm
Compression ratio 19.4 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing chain and belt
Fuel system Injection
Ford Focus 1998 1.8 TDdi oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 5.75 litres (6.1 quarts)
Coolant capacity 6.5 litres (6.9 quarts)
Power 90 HP ON 4000 RPM
Torque 200 NM ON 2000 RPM
Start of production (year) 1999
Duration of production 5 years

All Ford Focus sedan [1998 - 2001] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Ford Focus 1998 1.4 16V

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.4 Petrol 75 HP 7.0 l/100km Manual (5)
Ford Focus 1999 1.6i 16V Mar 1999 — Oct 2001

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.6 Petrol 100 HP 7.0 l/100km Manual (5)
Ford Focus 1999 1.6i 16V Sep 1999 — Oct 2001 1.6 Petrol 100 HP 7.8 l/100km Automatic (4)
Ford Focus 1999 1.8i 16V Mar 1999 — Oct 2001 1.8 Petrol 115 HP 7.5 l/100km Manual (5)
Ford Focus 1999 1.8 TDdi Jun 1999 — Oct 2001

Most fuel efficient diesel version

1.8 Diesel 90 HP 5.4 l/100km Manual (5)
Ford Focus 2001 1.8 TDCi Jun 2001 — Oct 2001

Most powerfull diesel version (115 HP)

1.8 Diesel 115 HP 5.5 l/100km Manual (5)
Ford Focus 1999 2.0i 16V Mar 1999 — Oct 2001

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 9.3 seconds

2.0 Petrol 130 HP 8.6 l/100km Manual (5)
Ford Focus 1998 2.0 16V

Most powerfull petrol version (131 HP)

2.0 Petrol 131 HP 9.4 l/100km Automatic (4)
Ford Focus 1998 reviews
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