2004 Ford Focus vs. 1998 Ford F-250
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-250 weights approximately 994 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-250 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, 1998 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus. 1998 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1998 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3490 mm |
