2006 Ford Escape vs. 1998 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 8 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 2,261 cc, 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1998 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 546 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 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 Ford Escape (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 1998 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escape | Focus |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1796 cc |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1169 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |