1998 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2007 Saturn Vue is newer by 9 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn Vue (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1998 Ford Focus. (135 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Focus.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Saturn Vue (202 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (162 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus. 2007 Saturn Vue 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. 2007 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 2007 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | Focus | Vue |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
