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


 

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