2003 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Focus would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2003 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1074 kg more than 2003 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, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Focus. (169 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Focus | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Armada |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 106 L |
