2000 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Nissan Note
To start off, 2007 Nissan Note is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Focus (143 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Note. (85 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Note. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Note weights approximately 40 kg more than 2000 Ford Focus.
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, 2000 Ford Focus (203 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Note. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Note.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Focus | 2007 Nissan Note | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Focus | Note |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |