1998 Ford Focus vs. 2000 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2000 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 203 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus.
Because 2000 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2000 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2000 Jeep Wrangler (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 2000 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Focus | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 57 L |
