1998 Ford Focus vs. 1996 Land Rover Range Rover

To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover (188 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1998 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 975 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1996 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Ford Focus 1996 Land Rover Range Rover
Make Ford Land Rover
Model Focus Range Rover
Year Released 1998 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1388 cc 3946 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 129 HP 188 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4750 RPM
Torque 183 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1115 kg 2090 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2750 mm


 

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