2007 Ford E-250 vs. 1998 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 9 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1998 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Focus.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus. 2007 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 1998 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-250 | 1998 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | E-250 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 55 L |
