2005 Ford Escape vs. 1998 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape 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. Both 2005 Ford Escape and 1998 Ford Focus are equipped with a 1,988 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 324 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus.
Because 2005 Ford Escape 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 Escape 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 Escape (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Escape | 1998 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escape | Focus |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 84.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |