2001 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2012 Nissan NP300 is newer by 11 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 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NP300 (131 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Focus.
Because 2012 Nissan NP300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NP300 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Ford Focus (386 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NP300. (304 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Focus | 2012 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | NP300 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2960 mm |
