1996 Nissan Terrano vs. 2012 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Ford Focus is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Focus (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Terrano. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 526 kg more than 2012 Ford Focus.
Because 1996 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Terrano will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Nissan Terrano (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Terrano | 2012 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Terrano | Focus |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1324 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4359 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2649 mm |
