2009 Ford Escape vs. 1998 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 11 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 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (151 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Focus weights approximately 278 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
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, 1998 Ford Focus (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape. 2009 Ford Escape 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. 2009 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Escape | 1998 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escape | Focus |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2486 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 151 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 19.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1244 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |