1998 Ford Focus vs. 2001 GMC Safari
To start off, 2001 GMC Safari is newer by 3 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1998 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Safari weights approximately 711 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 2001 GMC Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus. 2001 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 1998 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 2001 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Focus | Safari |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 98 L |
