1998 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 2,735 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Intrepid. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 290 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
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, 2009 Ford Focus (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Intrepid | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Intrepid | Focus |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2735 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2620 mm |
