2001 Ford Focus vs. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Focus would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2001 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 700 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Ford Focus (386 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (360 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Focus | 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
