2002 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2011 Nissan Titan is newer by 9 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (170 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus.
Because 2011 Nissan Titan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Nissan Titan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus. 2011 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Focus | 2011 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Focus | Titan |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 4060 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 140 L |