Have you considered the 3.4L V8 from a 97+taurus sho? I'm not sure anything would fit, but it might be easier to keep it front drive and try to adapt the tranny from the SVT. Only a suggestion.
98 SE V6 MTX
KKM Intake (soon!)
Focus Euro SVT (turbine) wheels, Dunlop Sport 9000 tires
BAT Handling Kit On wish list