2004 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, both 2004 Ford Focus and 2004 Nissan Xterra were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 433 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (160 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Xterra 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 Xterra | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Focus | Xterra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 209 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1628 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 73 L |