1998 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 12 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (405 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1998 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1130 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 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus. 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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. 2010 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Focus | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
