1998 Ford Focus vs. 1997 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Explorer (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1998 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 731 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 1997 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1169 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |
