1998 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 6 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 6,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1998 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2187 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 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (175 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 6800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 3261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 167 L |
