1998 Ford Focus vs. 2003 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pickup is newer by 5 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pickup (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 647 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pickup 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, 2003 Nissan Pickup (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 2003 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2960 mm |
