1999 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Sentra is newer by 5 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 2,506 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Sentra (165 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 63 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Nissan Sentra (244 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (125 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Focus | 2004 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 2506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1253 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
