2002 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2004 Nissan Murano is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Focus would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Murano weights approximately 466 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 2004 Nissan Murano 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, 2004 Nissan Murano 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, 2002 Ford Focus (330 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Murano. (328 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 2004 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Murano |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
