2002 Ford Focus vs. 2013 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2013 Nissan GT-R is newer by 11 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan GT-R (538 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (131 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 505 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 2013 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R 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, 2013 Nissan GT-R (628 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus. 2013 Nissan GT-R 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. 2013 Nissan GT-R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 2013 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 538 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 628 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 74 L |
