2007 Ford Focus vs. 1997 Rover 800
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 800 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rover 800 (173 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Rover 800 weights approximately 259 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Rover 800 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus. 1997 Rover 800 has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Rover 800 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 1997 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Focus | 800 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2780 mm |
