1998 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 14 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1998 Ford Focus. (135 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 231 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 2012 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (459 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (162 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Focus | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Focus | 911 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2355 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |