1993 Dodge Spirit vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Dodge Spirit. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Spirit | 2007 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Spirit | Focus |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
