2004 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail

To start off, both 2004 Ford Focus and 2004 Nissan X-Trail were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,487 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 229 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.

Because 2004 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. 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 X-Trail (245 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (183 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan X-Trail 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 X-Trail
Make Ford Nissan
Model Focus X-Trail
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 2487 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 134 HP 177 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 183 Nm 245 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 9.5:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1221 kg 1450 kg
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 60 L


 

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