Ford Focus 1998 1.8i 16V
Ford Focus 1998 1.8 petrol description
Sedan Ford Focus 1998 1.8i 16V has been produced from March, 1999 to October, 2001. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.8 litres, which produces power of 115 horsepower on 5750 rpm and torque 160 Nm (Newton metres) on 3750 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, it has no turbine. The engine meets the Euro 3 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 280 000 and 480 000 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 4.3 litres.
Ford Focus 1998 1.8i 16V has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Ford Focus 1998 1.8i 16V accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 10.3 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 198 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Ford Focus 1998 1.8i 16V fuel consumption is 7.5 litres per 100km (13.3 km/l), city fuel economy - 10.3 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 5.9 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 55 litres or 14.53 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 720 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 920 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Ford real everyday fuel consumption is 8.4 litres per 100 km, which is 12% 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 1.8i 16V technical data
| Model: | Ford Focus 1.8i 16V | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Sedan | ||
| Production period: | 1999. March ... 2001. October | ||
| Engine: | 1796 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 179 g/km |
| Power: | 115 HP ON 5750 RPM | Torque: | 160 NM ON 3750 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Top speed: | 198 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.3 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.5 (combined) 10.3 (urban) 5.9 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 8.4 l/100km (28 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: | 1655 kg | ||
Ford Focus 1998 1.8i 16V engine EYDB
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 280,000 to 480,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.| Engine displacement | 1796 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 80.6 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 88 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10 : 1 |
| Camshaft drive | Timing belt Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher. |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Ford Focus 1998 1.8i 16V oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 4.3 litres (4.5 quarts) |
| Coolant capacity | 5.75 litres (6.1 quarts) |
| Power | 115 HP ON 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 160 NM ON 3750 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 1998 |
| Duration of production | 6 years |
Most often compared to
All Ford Focus sedan [1998 - 2001] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Ford Focus 1998 1.4 16V
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.4 Petrol | 75 HP | 7.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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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) |