2007 Ford E-350 vs. 1998 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1998 Ford Focus. (135 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Focus.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (162 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus. 2007 Ford E-350 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-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-350 | 1998 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | E-350 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4370 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 |
