2001 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 170 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.
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, 2001 Ford Focus (386 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (233 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Focus | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1791 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2685 mm |
