2005 Ford Focus vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 16 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (175 Nm). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Focus | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 665 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2280 mm |
