1998 Ford Explorer 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 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (171 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 550 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Explorer | Focus |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2620 mm |
