2002 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2012 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Ford Focus is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2012 Ford Focus. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 613 kg more than 2012 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | 2012 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Pathfinder | Focus |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4359 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 47 L |
