2004 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Nissan Quest
To start off, both 2004 Ford Focus and 2004 Nissan Quest were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 373 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Nissan Quest (325 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (170 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2004 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Focus | Quest |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1751 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 325 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 76 L |