Yes - quite different. Energy has dimensions of force x distance - if you apply a force over a certain distance, you transfer a certain amount of energy.
In the case of mechanical energy, the work (the energy transferred) is equal to force times distance. If a post (for example) just supports a weight, there is a force involved, but no energy - since...
A balanced force doesn't cause a change in motion while an unbalanced force causes a change in motion. ex. of balanced force If you compete against someone who is just about as strong as you are,...