2009 Ford Focus vs. 1998 Ford Triton
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Triton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Triton would be higher. At 1,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford Triton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Triton (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Triton should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 79 kg more than 1998 Ford Triton.
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, 2009 Ford Focus (215 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Triton. (174 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Triton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1998 Ford Triton | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Triton |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3520 mm |
