1998 Ford Focus vs. 2003 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Korando 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2003 SsangYong Korando.
Because 2003 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 2003 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Focus | Korando |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.4:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
