1999 Ford Focus vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2002 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 45 kg more than 1999 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Focus | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
