2004 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Nissan Sentra
To start off, both 2004 Ford Focus and 2004 Nissan Sentra were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Sentra (127 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 45 kg more than 2004 Nissan Sentra.
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 Sentra (175 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (160 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Sentra 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 Sentra | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Focus | Sentra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 175 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1216 kg | 1171 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |