2004 Ford Focus vs. 2000 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Almera. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Almera weights approximately 124 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Nissan Almera (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2000 Nissan Almera | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Focus | Almera |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |