1998 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 7 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1998 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1116 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 2005 Ford Expedition 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, 2005 Ford Expedition 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus. 2005 Ford Expedition 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. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 397 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3030 mm |
