1998 Ford Focus vs. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover

To start off, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 5 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1998 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1441 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 2003 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, 2003 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, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover 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. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Ford Focus 2003 Land Rover Range Rover
Make Ford Land Rover
Model Focus Range Rover
Year Released 1998 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1388 cc 4396 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 128 HP 282 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 175 Nm 440 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76.5 mm 82.7 mm
Top Speed 171 km/hour 208 km/hour
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1074 kg 2515 kg
Vehicle Length 4160 mm 4960 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 2200 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1870 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 100 L


 

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