1999 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2011 Nissan Titan is newer by 12 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus.
Because 2011 Nissan Titan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Nissan Titan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus. 2011 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Focus | 2011 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Focus | Titan |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 106 L |