2002 Ford Focus vs. 2000 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Xterra (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (131 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 348 kg more than 2002 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Xterra 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, 2000 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 2000 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
